Ruto clarified that his familiarity with the roads in Northern Kenya is no different from his knowledge of roads in Central, Western, or other parts of the country.
"I fairly know many places. I would tell you the roads in Northern Kenya the way I would tell you the roads in Central Kenya, the roads in Western Kenya and many parts of Kenya," Ruto said.
According to the Head of State, his awareness of the nation’s infrastructure is integral to his leadership and responsibility.
"This is my job, this is the job I applied for. To think about the country, to know what to do, where and to make sure that no part of Kenya is left behind," Ruto explained.
He added that his mission remains focused on ensuring equitable development for all regions of the country.
During his recent tour of Northern Kenya, Ruto’s announcement of the road expansion project sparked a wave of online reactions.
Kenyans flooded social media with memes, particularly after Ruto named various stops along the stretch in rapid succession.
While speaking Wednesday in Nairobi, he brushed off criticism from Kenyans regarding his promises, asserting that while some may think they are jokes, he remains committed to delivering the 750-kilometre project.
He said the tarmacking of this key road is central to ensuring the equitable distribution of national resources.
“I am committed to delivering the 750km road from Isiolo to Mandera because, for a very long time, we have left Northern Kenya behind,” Ruto stated.
He warned critics who doubt his ability to fulfil his promises, cautioning them not to take their jokes too far, as they might be in for a rude shock.
“Let me tell you, my good people, in this country, we sometimes treat matters of life and death as if they are a joke,” Ruto remarked.
He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to national development, acknowledging the significant responsibility Kenyans have placed upon him to transform the country.
