I’m not pushing for projects to secure second term – Ruto
“I am focused on the promises I gave to Kenyans, second term will sort itself out,” he said.
In Summary
“I am not here so that I can have a second term, I am here because I want to make a difference,” he said.
The President noted that his administration is keen on making difficult decisions in order to improve livelihoods and the country’s economy.
by MANNY ANYANGO
Digital Journalist and Social Media Executive
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14 June 2023
President William Ruto with several leaders at the Kenya Urban Forum 2023 held in Naivasha on June 14, 2023
President William Ruto with several leaders at the Kenya Urban Forum 2023 held in Naivasha on June 14, 2023
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President William Ruto dismissed claims that he is pushing for development projects around the country to win a second term.
Speaking during the first Kenya Urban Forum 2023 in Naivasha, the head of state noted that his second term will be meaningless if he won’t achieve anything in his first term.
“I am not here so that I can have a second term, I am here because I want to make a difference,” he said.
He added that many people have been telling him to constantly think about his second term in office.
On the affordable housing programme, Ruto said that Kenyans gave him an opportunity to make sure slums are eradicated, jobs are created and manufacturing is improved.
“I am focused on the promises I gave to Kenyans, the second term will sort itself out,” he said.
The President noted that his administration is keen on making difficult decisions to improve livelihoods and the country’s economy, as seven million people living in slums don’t have anywhere to go.
“They have nowhere. Many people cannot connect the dots between housing and jobs. More jobs will be created through this programme,” he added.
“We owe it to them, their dignity, and the well-being of our citizenry and future generations. All our children will be in cities.”
