Ruto defends role in NYOTA funds disbursement

President William Ruto has dismissed criticism from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and certain opposition members regarding his direct involvement in the rollout of the NYOTA capital programme. He insists that he has no regrets about personally overseeing the initiative..

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President William Ruto has strongly defended his direct involvement in the disbursement of NYOTA funds, dismissing criticism from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and opposition members. He maintains that his personal oversight underscores his administration's commitment to youth empowerment and job creation.

Ksh.375 million was disbursed to 7,500 youths, including refugees, in Garissa County.
President Ruto emphasized that youth empowerment, financial inclusion, and job creation are "extremely important" to him.
He criticized those questioning his involvement as "idlers" with "nothing else to do," asserting he would not be distracted.

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