Itumbi Digs Up Old The Standard Headline to Hit Back at Ruto Critics
Intumbi has been at the vanguard in protecting President William Ruto from Critics...
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Dennis Itumbi, Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy, has publicly defended President William Ruto against media criticism, comparing it to the scrutiny faced by former President Mwai Kibaki's administration. Itumbi cited a 2003 The Standard headline, "Kenyans Becoming Poorer Under Narc," to illustrate a historical pattern of media criticism against new governments.
- Itumbi's comments were made on Sunday, September 21, on his official X account.
- He asserted that similar to Kibaki, President Ruto will not waver in his efforts to reform Kenya's political and economic landscape despite public disapproval.
- Itumbi previously criticized The Standard on Sunday, August 31, for publishing "fake" news and urged them to become a political party.
- The current criticism against Ruto's government stems from the rising cost of living, new tax policies, and alleged incompetence among officials.
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