President William Ruto has once again ignited political debate after taking a swipe at former President Uhuru Kenyatta during his latest public address in Nairobi.
Speaking on Tuesday during a meeting with chiefs and assistant chiefs at the Nairobi Retreat Centre, the Head of State launched a pointed critique at his predecessor, suggesting that Uhuru lacked the experience needed to steer the nation effectively.
Ruto, who served as Uhuru’s deputy for two terms, told administrators that leadership requires seasoned experience something he believes he possesses and intends to use to “drive the country to the next level.”
His remarks sparked murmurs among the audience and have since stirred discussion across the country.
According to the President, Kenya’s leadership journey has been shaped by different strengths and weaknesses of past administrations.
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He noted that founding President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta laid the foundation for the nation, but age and limited time in office prevented him from accomplishing all he envisioned.
Ruto further stated that the late President Daniel arap Moi “did his best under the circumstances,” emphasizing that Moi’s long rule brought stability despite challenges.
He went on to praise the late President Mwai Kibaki, describing him as a visionary leader whose plans for national transformation were slowed down by the 2002 road accident that significantly affected his health.
However, it was his remarks about Uhuru that captured the most attention. Ruto alleged that Uhuru’s administration was hampered by inexperience and poor decision-making—issues he argued contributed to Kenya’s current economic strain.
He insisted that his government is correcting those “past mistakes” and realigning national priorities to restore economic stability.
The President’s comments have since sparked mixed reactions, with allies defending his critique while opposition leaders accuse him of deflecting responsibility for current challenges.
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