CS Ruku leads drought response, flags off relief aid in Wajir

Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku toured Wajir County to assess and monitor ongoing high-level government interventions aimed at cushioning communities against the effects of drought and food shortages.

Speaking during a special outreach programme in Eldas Constituency, the CS said the national government has intensified food distribution and other support measures to ensure that no Kenyan is left behind in the fight against hunger.

Ruku noted that the government, under the Kenya Kwanza administration, has rolled out strategic drought response initiatives including relief food, water support, cash transfers, and strengthening of strategic food reserves to stabilize supplies and protect vulnerable households.

He revealed that over Ksh.6 billion has already been spent to boost the country’s strategic food reserves, terming the move a clear demonstration of the government’s commitment to food security as a top national priority.

The CS urged local leaders and administrators in relief areas to ensure transparency and timely delivery of food supplies, warning against diversion or politicization of humanitarian assistance.

While in Eldas, Ruku also visited Eldas Teachers Training College, Eldas Boys Secondary School, and Eldas Girls Secondary School — institutions that have benefited from government development initiatives through the National Government Constituencies Development Fund and the Ministry of Education.

He commended the progress made in improving learning infrastructure and urged students to remain focused and disciplined.

On national politics, the CS criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of divisive politics instead of supporting development-oriented programmes, and warned leaders against undermining critical issues such as food security for political gain.

Ruku also dismissed remarks by Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Dr. Oburu Oginga suggesting that the party could be targeting the Deputy President’s seat in 2027, insisting that DP Kithure Kindiki will continue serving alongside President William Ruto until 2032.

He reaffirmed that the government remains united, focused on service delivery, and committed to safeguarding the welfare of all Kenyans during the ongoing drought challenge.