Gachagua Accuses Ruto of Failing to Deliver Any Completed Road Projects

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly criticized President William Ruto, claiming that the current administration has yet to complete a single road project since taking office.

Speaking during a political address, Gachagua said he had not seen the President launch any fully completed road projects, arguing that many of the developments being showcased by the government were initiated by previous administrations. He accused the Kenya Kwanza government of focusing more on inspecting and launching projects rather than finishing them.

The former deputy president further alleged that several infrastructure promises made to different regions remain unfulfilled, fueling dissatisfaction among residents who had expected faster development. His remarks add to the ongoing political rivalry between the two leaders following their fallout after the 2024 impeachment that removed Gachagua from office.

Gachagua’s criticism is part of a broader campaign in which he has been challenging the government’s development record and accusing it of taking credit for projects started earlier, especially in the Mt Kenya region.

However, President Ruto has previously dismissed such claims, pointing to several road projects that his administration says are ongoing across different parts of the country. Government officials maintain that many of the projects are at various stages of construction and will be completed within the current term.

The exchange underscores the growing political tensions between the former allies as the country heads toward the next election cycle, with both sides seeking to influence public opinion on the government’s performance in delivering infrastructure and development.

BY WANGECI IRUNGU