ICT Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) Dennis Itumbi has threatened to sue the Nation Media Group (NMG) over alleged defamation following a series of articles that he claimed hurt his image. In particular, Itumbi claimed he was singled out for his involvement in leading government officials in the preparations of the Madaraka Day celebrations. Nation Media Group building located at Kimathi Street in Nairobi CBD Photo NationWhile highlighting the matter, his lawyer issued a 48-hour ultimatum, demanding an immediate retraction, of all the statements published by NMG that tainted Itumbi's image. While breaking down the issues in Nation's articles, Itumbi claimed the publications alleged that the CAS discharged his official duties as usual despite a court order. The CAS claimed that the publication painted a picture that he is desperate to hold the CAS office whereas without it, his life would collapse.

Source: Daily Nation May 25, 2023 05:11 UTC