President William Ruto has voiced his concern over leaders who vocally support the ongoing doctors’ strike while prioritizing popularity over practical solutions.
Addressing attendees at the third National Wage Bill Conference held at the Bomas of Kenya in Nairobi on Wednesday, President Ruto urged those advocating for the striking medical professionals to demonstrate their support by fulfilling their demands.
In a direct challenge to such leaders, Ruto emphasized, “If you support the strike then pay the money they are asking for.
We must stop chasing what is popular, and instead go for what is right.”
Highlighting broader national issues, Ruto underscored the need to address pressing challenges rather than solely focusing on the doctors’ grievances.
He expressed frustration at the inability to adequately compensate doctors due to competing priorities, citing ongoing efforts to tackle substantial issues facing the country.
“We have a doctors’ challenge.
We can hardly pay them because we have said there are real issues we want to deal with,” Ruto remarked, criticizing certain governors for aligning with the striking doctors.
Emphasizing the essence of leadership, Ruto urged leaders to prioritize service and making a positive impact over seeking popularity.
“We must get to the point where those of us who are privileged to be leaders must be ready to lead, serve, and make a difference and not necessarily to be popular,” he asserted.
Ruto also lamented the tendency to neglect agreed-upon solutions when it comes to implementation, highlighting a systemic issue within the country’s governance.
Furthermore, he criticized leaders opposing the closure of bars amidst concerns over illicit brews, accusing them of prioritizing favoritism over public welfare.
Ruto’s remarks echo recent sentiments expressed by opposition leaders from the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition, who threatened to join the doctors’ strike if the government fails to address their grievances.
In a statement on April 9, 2024, Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka emphasized the government’s failure to address citizens’ concerns, indicating a readiness to support collective action should the strike persist.
“As Kenyans, we are at liberty to join the strike because the only language they (government) understand is taking action to the streets,” Musyoka asserted.
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