‘Sasa Niko Na Deputy’ – Ruto Commends Kindiki as the Ideal Second-in-Command

President William Ruto has heaped praise on Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, applauding his deep understanding of government operations and steadfast support in executing national programs.

Speaking to residents in Meru, Ruto expressed gratitude for Kindiki’s role in advancing development across key sectors, including infrastructure, electricity, and the Social Health Authority (SHA) program.

“I want to thank you for giving me Kithure Kindiki. Now I have a deputy. He understands roads, knows electricity and the SHA programme, he is a righteous man—and that is how we are going to change Kenya,” Ruto said. “He is helping me push the work in Kenya; you have seen him in many places.”

The President lauded Kindiki’s efforts in supporting Cabinet Secretaries and driving progress in agriculture, education, and healthcare.

“I am very proud to have a deputy who understands what government is, who understands what we are doing in Agriculture, Infrastructure, Education, and Health,” Ruto added. “He supports the ministers and me to ensure that Kenya continues to move forward.”

Ruto also praised Kindiki’s inclusive approach to leadership, highlighting his commitment to national unity over ethnic affiliations.

“Si mtu wa kisirani, hasira, chuki na ukabila, ni mtu anaelewa Deputy President si mtu wa Meru ni wa Republic of Kenya, that is the man I have.”

(Loosely translated: “He is not a man of anger, division, or tribalism. He understands that the Deputy President does not belong to Meru alone, but to the Republic of Kenya.”)

The President concluded by emphasizing that leaders like Kindiki play a vital role in uniting the country and accelerating national development.

Article By Suzy Nyongesa.