Ruto Says Opposition Has No Plan for Kenya, Pledges Development Ahead of 2027 Polls
He stated that if the opposition had any agenda on how to transform the country, they would present it to the people.
Nairobi, Kenya, October 13 - President William Ruto claimed that his opponents lack a roadmap for Kenya's development during a 10-day tour of the North Rift counties of Elgeyo-Marakwet and Baringo. He attributed their focus on ethnic politics, insults, and hatred to the absence of a constructive agenda. Ruto stated that Kenyans would base their decision in the 2027 General Election on a leader's development record and implementation plan, not on ethnic mobilisation or divisive rhetoric.
During his visit, Ruto highlighted the government's investments in infrastructure projects aimed at transforming Kenya's Kerio Valley region from a conflict-prone area to a productive region. He outlined a KSh4.5 billion road construction project in Baringo County, which will connect the Kinyach-Kipsaraman road to Kapsowar in Elgeyo Marakwet, and a KSh15 billion Affordable Housing Programme in Elgeyo-Marakwet, set to build 3,000 housing units, nine markets, and hostels for students.
Additionally, the President inaugurated a KSh205 million Kapyego Modern Market and a KSh416 million Last Mile Electricity Connectivity project in Kapyego, Marakwet East Constituency, which will bring electricity to 1,655 households.
Ruto also inspected the Chebara Complex renovation in Marakwet West Constituency, which includes the construction of classrooms, labs, a computer lab, and dormitories at Chebara Boys High School and Chebara Girls School. In Baringo, the government allocated KSh22 billion for 350km of road construction, strengthening security and promoting peace in the region.
The Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, announced the government's economic masterplan to open up the Kerio Valley and create jobs for residents. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi stated that in four years, the government has connected 1.5 million households to power, compared to 9 million since independence.
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