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On December 3, 2024, President William Ruto expressed his frustration with Kenyans who have consistently opposed his administration’s policies.

 While speaking in Taita Taveta, Ruto took a firm stance against the critics, who he accused of having a "spell of opposition," always rising against various government initiatives. 

The president’s comments were directed at those opposing key government projects such as affordable housing, the new health scheme, and the 2023 finance laws. 

He emphasized that these policies were crafted for the benefit of the public and questioned the motivations of those who have made it a habit to oppose them.

Ruto’s administration has faced significant resistance from various quarters of the Kenyan public, especially when it comes to the Affordable Housing program, a key pillar of the government's development agenda.

 Despite the initiative’s potential to address the country's housing deficit, many Kenyans have criticized it, and some have even taken their grievances to court. 

The new health scheme, which includes reforms aimed at improving access to healthcare, has also been met with opposition from several individuals and groups who argue that it might burden the public.

In his address, Ruto pointed out the ongoing resistance to the government’s efforts in modernizing the country’s infrastructure, including the suspension of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) deal with the Adani Group. 

The deal, which aimed to modernize Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), was widely opposed by some citizens, leading to its cancellation. 

Ruto hit back at those who celebrated the cancellation, calling them out for their lack of understanding of the importance of modernizing the country’s critical infrastructure.

The president called for a shift in mindset, urging Kenyans to prioritize national progress over negative criticism. 

He stressed that opposition to every initiative, without offering constructive alternatives, was unhelpful for the country's development. 

Ruto reminded the citizens that they have no other nation to call home and, therefore, should focus on working together for the betterment of Kenya. 

He also pointed out that many critics lacked firsthand experience or knowledge of the projects they were opposing, suggesting that some had never even set foot in an airport or understood the significance of such development projects.

Ruto’s comments reflect his frustration with what he perceives as constant undermining of his administration’s efforts.