President William Ruto has terminated the construction of the Nairobi-Mau-Nakuru Summit road due to concerns over an allegedly dubious contract awarded to French contractors during the Uhuru Kenyatta administration. The cancellation comes after revelations that Kenyans would be required to pay at least Ksh 6000 for a one-way trip on the road.
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has stated that the contract was excessively costly, rendering it unaffordable for the majority of Kenyans. It is evident that toll charges should be commensurate with the income levels of developing countries, leading to the termination of the contract.
The government is actively seeking a new contractor to undertake the construction of the road at more affordable rates. It is crucial to note that the road construction project has faced legal challenges, which are public knowledge.
President Ruto has expressed astonishment that individuals in government positions approved a road contract that they knew would burden the public with exorbitant charges. He remains resolute in his commitment to honesty and transparency, affirming that he will not lead Kenyans into detrimental situations resulting from poor government decisions.
The construction of the Mau-Nakuru road came to a halt shortly after President William Ruto took office, as he recognized the detrimental effects of the existing contract on the populace. However, some Kenyans contend that the cancellation of the contract by the government is merely a ploy to award it to an individual who will comply with their interests, potentially benefiting from alleged kickbacks, as is often observed in Kenyan procurement processes.
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