Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has opened up about his academic performance in secondary school, revealing that he scored a D in his Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations.
Joho made the revelation while commenting on education and the opportunities available to young people under President William Ruto's administration.
In a light-hearted but politically charged remark, the Cabinet Secretary suggested that he would have performed much better academically if Ruto had been President during his secondary school years.
"I got a D in Form Four, but if Ruto had been president then, I would have scored an A," Joho said.
His remarks have drawn attention because of his reference to the current administration while reflecting on his personal academic journey.
Joho, who previously served as the Governor of Mombasa County for two terms between 2013 and 2022, has remained a prominent figure in Kenyan politics.
Despite his modest KCSE performance, he went on to establish himself in business and public service before rising to national leadership.
He was appointed Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs in President Ruto's administration, placing him among the senior officials serving in the broad-based government.
The statement also comes amid ongoing national conversations about education, employment opportunities and the government's efforts to expand opportunities for young people.
Joho's remarks have added a personal dimension to the political discussion, with the Cabinet Secretary using his own academic experience to make a point about the leadership of the country.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HtpfjVJHM/
Leave a Reply