President William Ruto has implored Kenyans to reject tribal politics, emphasizing national unity as crucial for development and prosperity. Speaking in Embu County, he stated his administration's commitment to a unified approach to economic progress.

• President Ruto declared he "will not allow tribal politics to thrive in Kenya."
• He highlighted achievements in education, including hiring 100,000 teachers and building 23,000 classrooms, with the education sector receiving a record KSh784 billion this financial year.
• The President also detailed progress in the Social Health Authority (SHA) registration, affordable housing, infrastructure funding totaling KSh350 billion, and agricultural reforms, noting reduced fertilizer costs and improved coffee prices.

Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku have publicly defended their political alliance with President William Ruto, pledging to rally Mt Kenya East behind him for the 2027 General Election due to perceived significant development in the region.

• Mbarire cited over 300 kilometers of roads completed or underway in Embu County under Ruto's administration.
• Key figures involved include Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire, CS Geoffrey Ruku, and President William Ruto.
• The leaders dismissed criticism from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, emphasizing tangible progress over political rhetoric.

President William Ruto has asserted that his support in Embu County was self-earned over decades, directly refuting claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that the Mt Kenya vote was delivered by their alliance.

• Ruto emphasized a personal relationship with Embu dating back 35 years, predating his presidency and any political alliance.
• Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with support also voiced by Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku.
• The remarks come amid intensifying political rivalry in the Mt Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.