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Ruto has planted 'moles' to divide opposition, Gachagua claims

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

The former Deputy President said the opposition would continue working towards fielding a single candidate to challenge Ruto in the 2027 election. Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that the opposition will remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing President William Ruto of attempting to divide the opposition. Speaking during an engagement with clergyโ€ฆ

The former Deputy President said the opposition would continue working towards fielding a single candidate to challenge Ruto in the 2027 election.

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that the opposition will remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, accusing President William Ruto of attempting to divide the opposition.

Speaking during an engagement with clergy in Boston, Massachusetts, Gachagua claimed that attempts were being made to disrupt efforts to build a united opposition front.

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NYS hailed for practical contribution to national development

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

The National Youth Service has been hailed for translating youth training into practical work in communities through environmental conservation, infrastructure development, disaster response and employment programmes. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku said NYS has demonstrated the value of national service through programmes that deploy young people to address practical challenges in communities across the country. The CS, who representedโ€ฆ

The National Youth Service has been hailed for translating youth training into practical work in communities through environmental conservation, infrastructure development, disaster response and employment programmes.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku said NYS has demonstrated the value of national service through programmes that deploy young people to address practical challenges in communities across the country.

The CS, who represented President William Ruto at the NYS passing-out parade in Gilgil, Nakuru County, noted that more than 71.8 million trees have been planted through NYS programmes since 2022.

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Government approves Ksh6.4B to expand NYS capacity

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

The Government has approved Ksh6.4 billion to expand National Youth Service (NYS) training infrastructure as the Service prepares to accommodate a larger number of recruits. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku said the investment will finance additional classrooms, workshops, barracks, kitchens and administration facilities across NYS stations. Ruku, who represented President William Ruto at the NYS passing-out parade in Gilgil,โ€ฆ

The Government has approved Ksh6.4 billion to expand National Youth Service (NYS) training infrastructure as the Service prepares to accommodate a larger number of recruits.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku said the investment will finance additional classrooms, workshops, barracks, kitchens and administration facilities across NYS stations.

Ruku, who represented President William Ruto at the NYS passing-out parade in Gilgil, Nakuru County, noted that the expanded infrastructure will have capacity to accommodate and equip about 50,000 serving men and women at any given time.

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WATCH LIVE: President Ruto Issues Title Deeds to Mombasa Residents at Mama Ngina Drive

Published on October 2, 2026

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President William Ruto speaking during a church service in Kisumu County on September 13, 2026 ยฉCitizen Digital, Kenya

President William Ruto speaking during a church service in Kisumu County on September 13, 2026 ยฉCitizen Digital, Kenya

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Sifuna hits back at Ruto over Dangote agreement

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoEdwin SifunaUDA

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has hit back at President William Ruto after the President criticised his demand for the agreement between the government and businessman Aliko Dangote over the planned refinery in Lamu. Sifuna invoked Article 35 of the Constitution, which guarantees every citizen access to information held by the State and requires the government to publish and publicise importantโ€ฆ

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has hit back at President William Ruto after the President criticised his demand for the agreement between the government and businessman Aliko Dangote over the planned refinery in Lamu.

Sifuna invoked Article 35 of the Constitution, which guarantees every citizen access to information held by the State and requires the government to publish and publicise important information affecting the nation.

โ€œArticle 35 (1): Every citizen has the right of access to information held by the State,โ€ Sifuna said.

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From Mr empty to shiny things and extortion: Inside William Ruto's renewed attacks on Uhuru and Sifuna

Published on October 2, 2026

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William RutoUDA

President William Ruto on Thursday intensified attacks on his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of doing little to alleviate the economic suffering of the residents of Taita Taveta County.

President William Ruto on Thursday intensified attacks on his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of doing little to alleviate the economic suffering of the residents of Taita Taveta County.

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Ruto renews attacks on Uhuru and Sifuna as he steps up Coast development tour

Published on October 1, 2026

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William RutoUDATEP

President William Ruto on Thursday intensified attacks on his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of doing little to alleviate the economic suffering of the residents of Taita Taveta County.

President William Ruto on Thursday intensified attacks on his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of doing little to alleviate the economic suffering of the residents of Taita Taveta County.

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Ruto: Lamu refinery project to attract Ksh908B foreign direct investment

Published on October 1, 2026

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William RutoUDA

Kenya has agreed with Aliko Dangote to invest in a pipeline linking Lamu to Turkana, enabling the country to transport its crude oil to Lamu, President William Ruto has said. Speaking in a joint interview in Mombasa, President Ruto noted that Kenya will begin extracting Turkana oil by December, with the proposed pipeline enabling the country to transport crude toโ€ฆ

Kenya has agreed with Aliko Dangote to invest in a pipeline linking Lamu to Turkana, enabling the country to transport its crude oil to Lamu, President William Ruto has said.

Speaking in a joint interview in Mombasa, President Ruto noted that Kenya will begin extracting Turkana oil by December, with the proposed pipeline enabling the country to transport crude to Lamu regardless of the initial production volumes.

“We have agreed with Dangote that we will invest in a pipeline from Turkana to Lamu so that, however small the quantity, we can transport our crude oil to Lamu,” Ruto said.

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Ruto: Kenya, Dangote agree on Turkana-Lamu oil pipeline

Published on October 1, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Christine Muchira👁 29 views

William RutoUDA

Kenya has agreed with Aliko Dangote to invest in a pipeline linking Lamu to Turkana, enabling the country to transport its crude oil to Lamu, President William Ruto has said. Speaking in a joint interview in Mombasa, President Ruto noted that Kenya will begin extracting Turkana oil by December, with the proposed pipeline enabling the country to transport crude toโ€ฆ

Kenya has agreed with Aliko Dangote to invest in a pipeline linking Lamu to Turkana, enabling the country to transport its crude oil to Lamu, President William Ruto has said.

Speaking in a joint interview in Mombasa, President Ruto noted that Kenya will begin extracting Turkana oil by December, with the proposed pipeline enabling the country to transport crude to Lamu regardless of the initial production volumes.

“We have agreed with Dangote that we will invest in a pipeline from Turkana to Lamu so that, however small the quantity, we can transport our crude oil to Lamu,” Ruto said.

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