Posta Kenya’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr John Tonui, is once again facing backlash from staff, who accuse him of financial mismanagement, neglect, and dubious dealings in leasing the corporation’s prime land. Employees have gone without salaries for five months, yet the CEO continues enjoying hefty allowances and generous donations elsewhere.
According to a source who attended a recent staff meeting in Nyeri, Mr Tonui arrived at the regional office, where he addressed employees in what they described as an unhelpful and dismissive manner. Meanwhile, he was reportedly receiving a Ksh 10,000 per diem for the visit, with no concrete solutions offered for the ongoing salary delays. “In the village, he is busy donating thousands at harambees while Posta staff struggle to survive without pay for five months. Here in Nyeri, he is telling staff nonsense while pocketing his allowances. On his left is the Mt Kenya Regional Officer, Mr Buruma, who is horribly incompetent,” the source revealed.
Beyond salary arrears, Mr Tonui is also facing growing criticism over Posta Kenya’s handling of its high-value land assets. Allegations have surfaced that the corporation has been leasing prime land across the country to his associates at throwaway prices, raising concerns about possible corruption and mismanagement. Staff members argue that instead of using these assets to generate much-needed revenue for the struggling organisation, the CEO has prioritised benefiting a select few at the institution’s and its employees’ expense.
This is not the first time Mr Tonui has been accused of mismanagement. Under his leadership, Posta Kenya has been plagued by financial instability, salary arrears, and operational inefficiencies. Staff morale has plummeted, with many questioning the management’s priorities. Despite multiple pleas for intervention, employees continue to bear the brunt of what they describe as mismanagement and indifference.
The frustration among workers is growing, and unless swift action is taken, the situation at Posta Kenya could spiral further into crisis.
