NAIROBI, Kenya May 9 – President William Ruto has defended his administration’s education record, dismissing claims that the country is facing a crisis in the sector.
Speaking during the 120th anniversary celebrations of Maseno School, the President urged Kenyans not to be swayed by what he termed “pessimists” who only focus on negative narratives.
“Don’t worry about the pessimists and the people who see nothing good,” Ruto said during his speech.
The Head of State questioned why criticism has intensified despite the government’s recent investments in education infrastructure and staffing.
“There was no crisis when we had a shortage of 100,000 teachers. Now that we have hired 100,000 teachers, there is a crisis,” he said.
Ruto also pointed to the construction of new classrooms across the country as evidence of progress under his administration.
“There was no crisis when there was a shortage of classrooms. Now that we have built 23,000 in three years, all of a sudden there is a crisis. Really?” he posed.
The President used the occasion to call for responsible leadership and national unity, saying Kenya requires leaders guided by integrity and truthfulness.
“We need godly leaders across the board… so that we can speak to what it is and be helpful to ourselves,” he added.
