X Space: ‘I’ve heard you’ Ruto pledges to address Kenyans’ concerns

President William Ruto has promised action on a range of concerns raised by Kenyans, including the behavior of certain leaders and officials in the government.

Speaking during an engagement with Kenyans on X space, the head of state revealed that he has on several occasions held sit-downs with some leaders, including nominated Senator Karen Nyamu and Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa over their conduct.

“This obnoxious opulence displayed by some doesn’t just anger the public alone. I have had to sit Karen Nyamu down, as a father told her to change and do things differently. Some of these young people get excited and do the wrong things,” Ruto said.

“On arrogance, not everybody understands communication. Sometimes we say things we do not mean. The young man (Molo MP) has a bright future, he is among the young people am mentoring and I apologise on his behalf. I even called Ichungwa.  I  have a responsibility to mentor them. I will correct them,” he added.

The President also assured that he will take decisive action against corrupt officials in the government.

“If there are verified allegations against a minister or any state official and they are taken to court, I will fire them. I will not wait for the court process,” he said.

The President further mentioned that he will consider appointing a youth advisor to address issues affecting young people.

“As of today, we have 149,000 people working in different parts of Kenya because I have a very clear plan for digital jobs. These Kenyans are monetizing their talent. Last year, 120,000 went to work abroad. We are signing 19 bilateral labor agreements that will allow more Kenyans to work abroad. We want to export labor, and we are creating an ecosystem for that,” he stated.

He added that next week, 3,600 professionals in the construction field will be hired, with an advertisement to be placed soon.