President William Ruto has challenged Kenyans to judge his performance against the promises he made during the 2022 election campaign, insisting that his administration has delivered on its commitments as he seeks a second term in 2027.
Speaking at a roadside rally in Tinderet, Nandi County, on Monday, October 12, Ruto defended his record, pointing to ongoing government programmes in infrastructure, education and healthcare.
“We can proudly say we are implementing a plan Kenyans voted for. Our manifesto on infrastructure, universal health coverage, education, and health is on course,” he said.
The president said he was prepared to face voters next year and account for his administration’s performance.
“I can confidently face the people of Kenya and tell them what I agreed with them, we have delivered,” he said.
“I am ready for next year for the people to judge our administration based on the basis of the commitment we made because we said we are going to transform the nation.”
Ruto Defends His Record
Ruto also criticised his political opponents, accusing them of relying on insults rather than presenting a record of their own achievements.
He maintained that he would not be deterred by criticism as he pursued his development agenda, which he has described as his “Singapore dream”.
His remarks come as he steps up visits across the country, inspecting completed projects and launching new ones as the 2027 General Election approaches.
The tour provides an opportunity for the president to highlight his administration’s development priorities while seeking public support for another term.
Opposition Questions Government Performance
Opposition leaders have criticised Ruto’s administration over governance, corruption allegations and its handling of the economy. Some have pledged to reverse policies they oppose if they form the next government.
The competing claims set the stage for an election in which the administration’s record, delivery of campaign promises and the opposition’s alternative proposals are likely to feature prominently.
Among the politicians mentioned as potential presidential contenders are former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Martha Karua.
The final field of candidates and the alliances they may form remain central questions ahead of the election.
For Ruto, the challenge will be to persuade voters that his administration’s programmes have delivered tangible improvements in their lives. His call for Kenyans to judge his record places that question at the centre of his campaign for a second term.
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