Kenya Kwanza leaders defend Ruto's development record, accuse opposition of tribal politics

Kenya Kwanza leaders stepped up their criticism of opposition figures on Friday, defending President William Ruto's administration as one focused on delivering development and arguing that Kenyans are already benefiting from and appreciating its achievements.

Speaking during a series of political rallies in Vihiga, Uasin Gishu and the Ukambani region, the leaders urged Kenyans to dismiss opposition criticism and rally behind President Ruto's bid for a second term in office.

"Tunaelekea Singapore, Singapore ni maendeleo..." said Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula.

President Ruto's aide, Farouk Kibet, added, "Watu wa Eldoret wameamua kwamba Ruto ni Tutam..."

In Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, the politics of "Tutam" gathered momentum with leaders insisting the administration's development projects and economic gains are evident and speak for themselves.

"Sisi watu wa Pwani tumeamua ni William Ruto kwa sababu ya maendeleo,” Likoni MP Mishi Mboko said.

The leaders also sustained attacks on the opposition, accusing its leaders of resorting to ethnic politics and misinformation, challenging them to hold the government to account based on its performance rather than political rhetoric.

"Hapa Eldoret ni face of Kenya, kuna makabila yote... Yeyote anayeleta siasa za ukabila ni adui yetu..." Wetangula noted.

"Yule Wamunyoro ameona moto ya Ruto hadi ameenda sabbatical,” Mishi Mboko added.

In Makueni County, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku continued the Kenya Kwanza campaign trail, telling residents that the Ukambani region stands to benefit from sustained development under President Ruto's leadership.

"Sisi ni kitu kimoja, tuhakikishe kwamba tunakaa ndani ya serikali ya William Ruto,” Ruku urged.

Kenya Kwanza leaders also toured Navakholo in Vihiga County as the coalition intensified its nationwide campaign to popularise and sell its development agenda ahead of the next General Election.