Opposition: Infrastructure Fund linked to Ruto's campaigns
The Opposition has linked the proposed National Infrastructure Fund with President William Ruto’s re-election plans, claiming he intends to use the money covertly for campaigns...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya's Opposition has accused President William Ruto of planning to use the proposed National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) covertly for his 2027 re-election campaigns.
- The accusation was made by Opposition leaders, including Kalonzo Musyoka, on March 5, 2026.
- The key figures involved are the Opposition and President William Ruto.
- A notable detail is the claim that the fund's money will be used to "covertly" support campaign efforts.
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