President William Ruto has reaffirmed his commitment to steering Kenya toward economic stability, dismissing criticism from political opponents as misguided and unhelpful. Speaking on Tuesday during the launch of the Affordable Housing Internship Programme at State House, Ruto delivered a firm defense of his administration’s development agenda, particularly efforts to reduce the cost of living and enhance food security.

Addressing growing political dissent, Ruto said the government remains focused on delivering tangible results for Kenyans, especially in job creation and economic reform. “We have a plan on how to create jobs, my friends. So let nobody lie to you,” he stated, emphasizing that detractors often misrepresent the country’s progress.

Ruto challenged narratives suggesting Kenya is a failed state, stating, “Do you know what a failed state looks like?” He maintained that Kenya has achieved significant milestones and should not be underestimated on the global stage.

He also defended the bold economic decisions made under his leadership, asserting that the country’s economy is now on “sound footing.” “Facts are stubborn. I have had to make very difficult decisions to get us here, and I have no regret whatsoever,” Ruto said, noting that the government is actively addressing inflation and food prices to ease the burden on citizens.

Acknowledging concerns about the growing scope of government projects, Ruto insisted that transformative leadership cannot be postponed. “It is not always that you get an opportunity to be president. It comes once in a lifetime. So when you get that opportunity, don’t waste it.”

The president’s remarks come as his administration pushes forward with key initiatives, including the Affordable Housing Programme, as part of a broader strategy to boost employment and improve living standards across the country.