Ruto Hires Ex-Capital FM Journalist To Lead UDA's New Media Team
Supporting Jillo in the role will be two deputies, namely...
Marvin Chege 
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA), led by President William Ruto on Friday, May 5 unveiled its new-look media team.
In a statement from the party Secretary General Cleophas Malala, the ruling party named former Capital FM journalist Rob Jillo as its new Party Director of Communication.
"We are thrilled to announce that Mr Rob Jillo has been appointed as the new Party Director of Communication.
Journalist Rob Jillo in the Capital FM studios on September 13, 2013. /ROB JILLO
"With Mr Jillo's leadership, we are confident that our Party's communication strategy will continue to thrive and evolve in the Democrátic space," the party stated in part.
Supporting Jillo in the role will be two deputies, namely Benjamin Wandualo, who will oversee Public Relations and Marketing, and Moses Njagi, who will serve as the Party Chief Editor responsible for messaging.
At the same time, Yusuf Omete was picked as the new Head of Digital for the Party, who will be deputized by Antonella Kokuko, with the party noting that "Together, these talented individuals bring a wealth of experience and extensive networks in the media industry."
"As the Head of Digital, Omete will play a critical role in ensuring that we reach our audience effectively," UDA added.
Antony Ngeru Muburi will head UDA's Communication Research and Media monitoring desk.
"We extend our warmest congratulations to the new communication team and wish them every success in their new roles.
"We look forward to the innovative ideas and impactful strategies that they will bring to our Party," Malala congratulated.
Jillo worked as an Online Editor at Capital FM and has over 20 years of media experience with a Mass Communications diploma. After leaving the station, he worked at Miller and Miller Advocates.
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