The government has firmly denied allegations that the ongoing development initiatives in Mbeere North are politically driven to influence the upcoming by-election in favour of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate.
Speaking during the launch of a rural electrification project at Ndutori Village, Mumenji Ward, on Saturday, October 11, 2025, Principal Secretary for Energy, Alex Wachira, said the projects are part of Kenya’s broader national development agenda aimed at improving livelihoods across all regions.
“Our development programmes are not targeted at specific regions or political gains. We are connecting homes, building roads, and drilling boreholes because Kenyans everywhere deserve better services,” said Wachira.
He noted that Mbeere North has benefited from Ksh303 million under the rural electrification programme, with over 150 households in Mumenji already connected to the national grid through the Last Mile Connectivity Project. Wachira urged local leaders to focus on development rather than politics, emphasizing that government projects are designed to empower communities and enhance economic growth.
Principal Secretary for Roads, Eng. Joseph Mbugua, who accompanied Wachira, dismissed reports that the Gikuyari–Kirie Road project had been abandoned. He confirmed that funding had been allocated and construction would begin soon, reaffirming the government’s commitment to expanding infrastructure as a key pillar of the Kenya Kwanza agenda.
“There are false narratives being peddled that the Gikuyari–Kirie Road lacks funding. I want to make it clear that the project is fully financed and will commence as scheduled,” he said.
UDA candidate Leonard Muthende lauded the government’s efforts, describing the projects as proof of genuine progress. He called on residents to support the government’s development vision and dismiss what he termed “baseless politicking” from the opposition.
“Mbeere North is on a clear path of transformation — from electrification to road and water projects. We must stand with the government to ensure this momentum continues,” Muthende stated.
The government reiterated its commitment to equitable service delivery across all regions, assuring Kenyans that development will continue to be guided by national priorities, not political expediency.
