Adan Mohammed has officially assumed office as the new Commissioner General of Kenya Revenue Authority. The swearing-in occurred at the Supreme Court on May 20.
His appointment followed a directive by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi on May 19. Adan will serve a three-year term replacing Humphrey Wattanga.
Wattanga recently became the Australian High Commissioner after being appointed by President William Ruto. The change marks a significant leadership shift at KRA.
KRA Board Chairman Ndiritu Muriithi attended the swearing-in ceremony. Other senior officials and government representatives were also present.
The appointment coincided with a legal petition filed on May 19, raising questions about Adan’s eligibility. One key issue mentioned is his age.
Public records indicate Adan Mohammed was born in December 1963, making him approximately 62 years old. Petitioners claim this could affect his eligibility for the KRA post.
The National Treasury and KRA board have confirmed the appointment’s legality. They maintain that all procedural requirements were observed prior to the swearing-in.
Adan Mohammed now leads KRA amid ongoing discussions on tax reforms and revenue collection improvements. His performance will be closely monitored by stakeholders.
Kenyan taxpayers and industry players have expressed mixed reactions. Some welcome the leadership change, while others await resolution of the ongoing legal petition.
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