NAIROBI, Kenya- Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has dismissed opposition claims branding President William Ruto a “one-term president,” describing the narrative as divisive politics driven by hatred rather than development.
Speaking during a public engagement, Ruku said the opposition’s focus on premature succession politics was misleading Kenyans and diverting attention from the government’s development agenda.
“The politics of calling leaders ‘one-term’ is not about the people. It is about hatred, division, and personal interests,” Ruku said.
“Our focus as a government is service delivery and improving the lives of Kenyans.”
The Cabinet Secretary argued that President Ruto’s administration should be judged on its performance and impact, not political slogans, noting that the government is implementing wide-ranging reforms in public service, human capital development, and social protection.
Public CS Geoffrey Ruku laments that Kikuyu dominated counties are more developed than Mt Kenya East. “Kuna Jamii inatumia wengine vibaya.”
Focus on Development, Not Political Noise
Ruku said the Kenya Kwanza administration remains committed to economic recovery, job creation, and strengthening public institutions, urging leaders to shift from confrontational politics to constructive engagement.
“Kenyans want solutions, not endless political noise. They want jobs, better services, and opportunities for their children,” he said.
He pointed to ongoing investments in skills development, digitisation of government services, and social protection programmes as evidence of the administration’s focus on long-term development.
The CS accused the opposition of recycling divisive rhetoric instead of presenting alternative policies that could address the country’s economic challenges.
“If you have a better idea, bring it to the table. But shouting ‘one-term’ does not put food on the table or create jobs,” Ruku said.
Early 2027 Politics Rejected
Ruku also warned against early 2027 election campaigns, saying they risk undermining national cohesion and distracting public servants from their mandate.
He called on leaders across the political divide to prioritise unity and allow government programmes to run their course.
“The election will come, and Kenyans will decide. Until then, our responsibility is to work,” he said.
The remarks come amid growing political exchanges between the government and opposition leaders over the performance and direction of the Kenya Kwanza administration.
