President Ruto shot back at critics who mock citizens visiting the State House just for a free meal. Speaking at a World Minority Rights Day event in Nairobi, he called those comments disrespectful to ordinary Kenyans. He argued that feeding guests is a basic part of leadership and local culture.
Ruto joked about the criticism, asking if people were supposed to arrive without their stomachs. He mentioned recently eating with residents in Turkana and Migori as examples of normal hospitality. He told the thousands of delegates from groups like the Ogiek, Makonde, and Nubian communities that they should expect food and even Christmas gifts, noting the holiday season.
He framed the provision of meals and presents as standard practice, especially during celebrations. The event itself gathered around five thousand people from marginalized communities across the country.
Ruto joked about the criticism, asking if people were supposed to arrive without their stomachs. He mentioned recently eating with residents in Turkana and Migori as examples of normal hospitality. He told the thousands of delegates from groups like the Ogiek, Makonde, and Nubian communities that they should expect food and even Christmas gifts, noting the holiday season.
He framed the provision of meals and presents as standard practice, especially during celebrations. The event itself gathered around five thousand people from marginalized communities across the country.
