President Ruto Defends Record Against Criticism - May 2026

President William Ruto stated on Friday that sponsored news headlines will not alter the fact that the country is indeed changing. In a related statement, the President referenced the biblical story of Balaam while asserting that sponsored headlines will not alter the "reality" of his administration's performance. Separately, Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to halt early political rallies, citing potential harm to workers.