Maraga blasts Ruto over death of elderly man in cash handout stampede
'The death of the old man in Egetuki is blood on the hands of the President himself...' - Maraga..
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Former Chief Justice David Maraga has criticized President William Ruto's administration, attributing the death of a 97-year-old man to a stampede for Sh200 cash handouts following a presidential address. Maraga accused the government of rampant corruption and fostering a culture of dependency.
- David Maraga, presidential hopeful, blamed President William Ruto for the death of Mzee Ombui Orandi.
- The incident occurred in Bomachoge Chache after residents allegedly scrambled for cash post-presidential address.
- Maraga highlighted corruption, citing the ongoing fuel crisis and favouritism towards private companies over Kenya Pipeline Company.
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