Ruto Commends Youth Protests, Pledges Dialogue on Finance Bill
President William Ruto has addressed the issue of nationwide protests against the Finance Bill 2024, which has been at the forefront of public discourse in recent days.
During a church service in Nyahururu on Sunday, he acknowledged the participation of youth in these demonstrations and expressed the government's openness to dialogue. The President commended young people for exercising their democratic rights through peaceful street protests, recognizing their actions as a powerful statement of civic engagement. He emphasized that their initiative reflects a desire to be actively involved in shaping the country's political landscape.
Ruto expressed pride in the youth's efforts, particularly noting their unity and non-violent approach. In his address, the Head of State affirmed the government's willingness to engage with young people and understand the issues affecting them. He stated, "I want to congratulate our young people for coming out and being concerned about Kenya's affairs. They have done a democratic duty to stand and be recognized. We are going to have a conversation with the youth. We are going to engage them. They have stepped forward, tribeless and peaceful."
The administration has outlined plans to increase support for the nation's youth. Ruto announced that additional funds would be allocated for student scholarships through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) and the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB). To address unemployment, the government is prioritizing the establishment of ICT Hubs across the country to create more job opportunities. However, the President's positive sentiment towards the younger generation comes in the wake of persistent protests where young people have voiced their dissatisfaction with the Finance Bill.
The initiative "Occupy Churches," saw youth pledging to prevent politicians from addressing them in places of worship. As a result, numerous religious institutions have yielded to this pressure, refusing to provide a platform for politicians and publicly declaring their position on the Finance Bill.
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Hypocritical gangsters Ruto…
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Hypocritical gangsters Ruto,Raila,Mûigai,Wanjîgî & Co are worried G-Z guys are PEACEFUL,TRIBALESS,NON-ALIGNED and are 1000 times more GROWNUPS than their “GRANDFATHER” Amollo.I was surprised on my way to visit in-laws in Mûgoiri last week my two children disembarked from our vehicle on reaching Thika to join their age mates in the demos.
I Call them: ViGeu-Geu (aka…
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In reply to Hypocritical gangsters Ruto… by Menye (not verified)
I Call them: ViGeu-Geu (aka Chameleons).🙄
Zakayo’s tree has fallen!…
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Zakayo’s tree has fallen! Never underestimate the power of numbers! He’s been forced out! Too little too late! Kenyans are not stupid!
a thief.
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a thief.
He's lying 😆
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He's lying 😆
Jambazi Ruto should explain…
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Jambazi Ruto should explain why hungry billionaire Kenyans should repay trillions looted during Uhuru’s tenure.
Church and state affairs…
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Church and state affairs must be completely separated. One day, the late son of Mariam taught the people how to pray. The following passage in Matthew Chapter 6: 6 - 9 says:
"Matthew 6:6-9
6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him."
Why is Samoei and Rigathi distorting the message from the son of Mariam when he taught his followers how to pray?
I kindly ask you two Rigathi and Samoei) to re-read Matthew 6: 6-9 and immediately stop taking over the church services from the clergy. How would you feel if the clergy took over state functions at the State House when you are still at work in your offices? This is what Samoei did when he abandoned his official duties as the Kenyan vice president and joined the clergy while receiving state security and all the benefits associated with his official duty as the national vice president.
Everybody in Kenya is not a follower of what you two believe. Why are you pushing your personal belief systems to the entire nation. For goodness sake, Stop it.
Kenya needs an outsider like…
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Kenya needs an outsider like Trump to drain the swamp. Career Politicians will let everyone down due to too many vested interests.
Trump is the swamp, actually…
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In reply to Kenya needs an outsider like… by Rhino (not verified)
Trump is the swamp, actually more like the septic tank. He is corrupt and a crook who even refuses to pay many of those who do jobs for him. He qualifies as a bad example
CDF money is corruption…
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CDF money is corruption package given to each MP! Money going to students'schools has no business going via MPs, that's how it gets stolen. Haven't you seen them MPs crying like babies when they're told there is no CDF money?
Just to make Biden happy. We…
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Just to make Biden happy. We know you Ruyo
When a Kikuyu steals from…
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When a Kikuyu steals from you, he does not deplete your resources, he steals with compassion. When certain people from a certain region steal, they steal with reckless abandon even from the present and unborn.
It’s better you use your…
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In reply to When a Kikuyu steals from… by Othis (not verified)
It’s better you use your poop or mucus to speak about individual(s) and leave their tribe alone.
All elected servants (from…
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All elected servants (from the head of the state to the maintenance employees) of the people, including members of the police force, must sit for a "Constitutional examination" and pass the written test as a way demonstrating confidence that they fully understand the contents of our "New Constitution." This examination will be administered in our national language of Kiswahili.
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