Former Agriculture cabinet secretary Mwangi Kiunjuri has reacted to his surprise sacking earlier on in the day.
The former Laikipia East member of parliament was fired after President Uhuru Kenyatta reshuffled his cabinet, replacing him with Peter Munya.
Addressing reporters at Serena Hotel, Nairobi, Kiunjuri thanked the head of state for the opportunity to serve the nation but maintained that he was not surprised by his sacking.
He also noted that it was about time for him to exit as the job was taking a toll on him and his family.
“The President’s decision has taken me by no surprise, I thank God, I feel relieved. I have endured lots of humiliation, only God and my family know this. I have given my best in my assignment, I leave with my head high,” he said.