Today’s cover story targeting my friend Aden Duale, a key ally of President William Ruto, sends a clear message: the Standard Group operates independently and is not a political tool for Gideon Moi and Gideon has not been using it to fight Ruto, as some have falsely claimed. The paper reports without fear or favor, holding leaders accountable regardless of their alliances.

Even when Gideon Moi was a key insider during the Jubilee Government, the Standard scrutinized policies and governance failures without bias. Its editorial decisions have consistently reflected journalistic integrity rather than political loyalty.

Following the recent handshake between Ruto and Gideon Moi, the Standard continues to demonstrate impartiality, reporting objectively on all developments—even those involving figures closely aligned with the ruling government.

The Standard Group remains a benchmark for professionalism in Kenyan media. Its editorial independence ensures that citizens receive credible, balanced, and fearless reporting—a vital pillar for democracy in a landscape too often clouded by political bias. Source.