UDA youth leader Kariuki Ngunjiri
UDA youth leader Kariuki Ngunjiri has urged Kenyans to pay closer attention to development projects being rolled out across the country, rather than get distracted by “unproductive” criticism of President William Ruto’s administration.
In a press statement issued on Monday, Ngunjiri emphasized the importance of remaining informed in what he described as an increasingly toxic political environment.
“In a political environment often clouded by toxic discourse and misinformation, staying informed is more important,” he stated. “When propaganda thrives, the public can easily lose sight of real progress—and that doesn’t serve the country.”
Highlighting the Mukuru kwa Njenga housing project, Ngunjiri said it exemplifies the government’s commitment to tangible development.
“It offers a glimpse into the kind of transformative change the current administration is pursuing—tangible development that speaks louder than rhetoric. For those who remain skeptical, it’s a clear example of government action meeting public need,” he said.
According to Ngunjiri, youth empowerment remains central to the government’s agenda. He pointed to job creation, skills training, and affordable housing as clear indicators of progress being made under the Ruto administration.
“Providing opportunities—whether through jobs, training, or housing—isn’t just a promise, it’s being actively pursued. These are the practical steps that define real leadership,” he said.
Ngunjiri also took issue with the opposition, accusing its leaders of prioritising personal attacks over constructive policy discussions.
“This trend undermines national progress. Kenya needs leaders who elevate the conversation, not drag it into the mud of empty rhetoric,” he asserted. “For now, acknowledging the work that has been done is a challenge—that’s why Kenyans have been fed with lies and propaganda. It’s why Kenyans must know what’s happening.”
He warned that a culture of unpatriotic leadership and biased criticism could have long-term consequences for the country’s youth.
“If leaders set a bad example by being unpatriotic, the country grows a generation that will grow in the culture of resistance and defiance,” Ngunjiri said.
He urged critics to approach government projects with objectivity, noting that biased opposition to development efforts has misled the public and hampered national unity.
“Constructive criticism is vital, but when it lacks
objectivity, it becomes a disservice to the people. Kenyans deserve truth and
transparency—not distraction,” he said.
