Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has expressed optimism that President William Ruto will realize the transformational reforms envisioned by the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
Speaking during a church service in Kisumu County on Sunday, Murkomen revealed that President Ruto and Raila had held discussions on how to propel Kenya into becoming a first-world nation — a shared vision that the Kenya Kwanza administration is now working to implement.
He noted that the two leaders, through the broad-based government, had agreed that strengthening national infrastructure would form the foundation for sustainable reforms and economic progress.
“He (Raila) had a big dream and the President has that dream. Where the former Prime Minister left off, the President, through a united leadership, will deliver,” Murkomen said.
Murkomen emphasized the importance of investing in modern infrastructure, citing examples from China, the United States, and Europe, which have achieved economic growth through massive infrastructural development.
He argued that Kenya must upgrade its road networks, airports, and other critical facilities to support industrialization and international competitiveness.
“The former Prime Minister often said we need airports that reflect Kenya’s stature as a nation. Kisumu International Airport, for instance, should be expanded to meet global standards,” he added.
The CS also highlighted the need to modernize the energy and water sectors to sustain rapid development and ensure equitable growth across all regions.
His remarks came days after President Ruto reaffirmed his ambitious goal of transforming Kenya into a first-world nation by 2055.
“In the next 30 years, Kenya will move from being a third-world country to a first-world country. Through unity and hard work, we will make it happen,” President Ruto stated earlier this month.
