Why Githu Muigai resigned

 The big news coming out of Kenya is that the Attorney General, Githu Muigai, has resigned, sparking widespread speculation. People are wondering why he stepped down, and many are connecting his resignation to signs of internal problems within the Jubilee government, especially after recent legal actions. The Attorney General's main role is to advise the government, so this raises questions about what is really happening behind the scenes.

Typically, people resign when they disagree with what’s happening, and advisors, in particular, may resign when their advice is ignored. History even shows that some advisors, in extreme cases, resign and go to drastic measures like taking their own lives due to frustration. Advising can be an emotional job because when advice is consistently disregarded, it takes a toll.

On the other hand, some smart leaders intentionally hire advisors with extreme views, allowing them to gauge public reaction by analyzing the two opposing perspectives. This can help in making decisions, even if those advisors feel their advice is often overlooked.

However, this doesn’t seem to apply to Githu Muigai. He was a key advisor to the government, and much of his legal advice was followed. If his advice was suddenly ignored, it would be a significant blow to his role, possibly leading to his resignation. Another theory is that he resigned to be appointed to another position, similar to how the former Director of Public Prosecutions, Keriako Tobiko, resigned and was immediately reappointed to the cabinet. This move would allow for a smooth transition without causing controversy.

Personally, I find it hard to believe that Githu Muigai resigned out of frustration or principle. He has always been a staunch supporter of the establishment and has consistently backed the government. If he had been more independent-minded, I could believe the resignation story, but his track record doesn’t suggest that.

Looking at the broader context of his resignation, it’s important to examine the other appointments made by the president. These could serve as a diversion, but at this point, I don’t see anything that stands out as significant.

It’s also worth considering why anyone would believe that Githu Muigai resigned out of protest. The Jubilee government, as we’ve seen, has always been focused on maintaining its image and avoiding any perception of weakness. For example, instead of complying with court orders, the government often resorts to evasive tactics to save face, like deporting citizens to avoid looking weak in the eyes of the judiciary.

In conclusion, based on everything available, I find it hard to believe that Githu Muigai resigned out of protest. While we may eventually learn the full reasons behind his resignation, for now, it seems unlikely that it was out of frustration or principle.