Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has strongly defended President William Ruto’s leadership, dismissing recent criticisms made by former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi. Muturi, who was recently dismissed from the Cabinet, had claimed that Ruto was unfit to lead the country a statement that Mwaura termed as “unfair and misplaced.”
Speaking during an interview on Nation FM, Mwaura argued that Muturi’s remarks were motivated by personal grievances following his exit from government. He asserted that President Ruto is deeply committed to solving Kenya’s pressing economic and governance challenges, and that his administration is making tough but necessary decisions for the nation’s long-term benefit.
“For the former Cabinet Secretary to say that, I think it’s unfair. He is only saying this after he is no longer in government,” Mwaura stated. “I have seen a president who is very keen on fixing the nation, deliberate on making serious decisions around the economy that may be very unpopular, but will ultimately serve the nation well.”
Mwaura emphasized that President Ruto’s leadership is unmatched, especially in balancing the demands of politics and governance. According to him, no one else could manage the current national situation better than Ruto.
“There could never have been a better person who is able to juggle between politics and governance and leadership at this time other than President William Ruto,” he said.
He also highlighted Ruto’s commitment to fulfilling campaign promises, despite the financial limitations facing the government. Drawing from his personal experience working alongside Ruto since 2006, Mwaura described the President as a leader with a clear vision and a deep involvement in policy formulation.
“I have worked with President William Ruto since 2006 when he was Minister for Agriculture. The manifesto we created was thorough and deliberate, and we are now implementing it despite limited resources,” Mwaura noted.
In conclusion, Mwaura called for unity and constructive dialogue rather than personal attacks, urging former leaders like Muturi to be more objective in their critiques.
