Ruto defends his record, says achievements guarantee him second term

He also rejected allegations that Ksh.103 billion was lost through the Social Health Authority, accusing opposition leaders of lacking understanding of the program’s benefits.

The President made the remarks during a meeting with members of Maendeleo ya Wanawake, where he praised women for their vital role in driving the country’s development.

"They said nothing is working, but today stalled road projects have resumed, contractors are back on site. They claimed affordable housing was impossible, yet across Kenya, markets and housing projects are taking shape," Ruto noted. 

He added that it has become routine for some leaders to oppose all government initiatives, but maintained that Kenyans will continue to see results from his administration.

"Hiyo porojo yao sio porojo wameanza sahizi, walianza zamani. Wao ndio walituambia ati Bomas imeuzwa kwa Waturuki. Leo Bomas inajengwa na itakamilika miezi miwili mitatu inayokuja. Wakasema barabara ya Mau Summit ata wheelbarrow hawajaona. Wale mmepitia hiyo barabara inajengwa au haijengwi?" he pointed out. 

Claims by the opposition that Ksh.103 billion has been stolen from SHA have sparked heated debate. The President, responding to his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua, dismissed the allegations as baseless.

"There are those spreading propaganda about SHA. One hasn’t even registered, another has never used the service, and another is simply playing politics without understanding the program," the head of state added. 

Ruto criticised Gachagua, saying he lacks accurate information about SHA, and urged Kenyans to ignore claims that the program is on the verge of collapse.

"Someone claimed SHA will collapse in six months. As President, I investigated and found the claims were based on hearsay and superstition."