In a heartfelt post shared on his official X account, Matiang’i expressed gratitude to the former president for giving him the chance to serve under his administration.
“Happy birthday, Your Excellency Uhuru Kenyatta, CGH,” he wrote.
“I remain grateful for the opportunity to have served under your leadership and to have contributed to our shared vision of transformation and service to the people. Wishing you good health and many happy returns.”
The message, shared alongside a photo of the two leaders shaking hands at a past official function, warmed the hearts of many Kenyans online.
The message, shared alongside a photo of the two leaders shaking hands at a past official function, warmed the hearts of many Kenyans online.
It came just weeks after Matiang’i officially joined the Jubilee Party, signaling a renewed political partnership with his former boss.
Uhuru Kenyatta, who served as Kenya’s fourth president from 2013 to 2022, remains an influential figure in national politics.
Uhuru Kenyatta, who served as Kenya’s fourth president from 2013 to 2022, remains an influential figure in national politics.
His 64th birthday drew tributes from leaders across the political divide, including Martha Karua, who also sent her wishes via X, writing: “Happy birthday Uhuru Kenyatta, 4th President of Kenya. Wishing you many happy returns.”
The Office of the Fourth President had earlier posted a birthday message praising Uhuru’s journey of service, describing him as a leader guided by “vision, resilience, and compassion.”
The Office of the Fourth President had earlier posted a birthday message praising Uhuru’s journey of service, describing him as a leader guided by “vision, resilience, and compassion.”
The statement added that his continued dedication to unity, integrity, and love for the country continues to inspire Kenyans and generations beyond.
Matiang’i’s close ties with Kenyatta have remained strong even after both leaders stepped back from active government roles.
Matiang’i’s close ties with Kenyatta have remained strong even after both leaders stepped back from active government roles.
During the Jubilee Party’s Special National Delegates Conference held in September 2025, the former CS was recognized for his continued loyalty and contributions to the party’s reorganization efforts.
Despite political differences within the opposition, Matiang’i has maintained that his collaboration with Uhuru is built on shared principles of democracy and service to citizens.
Despite political differences within the opposition, Matiang’i has maintained that his collaboration with Uhuru is built on shared principles of democracy and service to citizens.
The Office of the Fourth President extends heartfelt birthday wishes to His Excellency Uhuru Kenyatta. Your journey of service, marked by vision, resilience, and compassion, continues to inspire our nation and beyond. May this new chapter bring you peace, joy, and renewed… pic.twitter.com/dlCgAIOgpS
— Office of the 4th President of Kenya. (@4thPresidentKE) October 26, 2025
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