Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang has sparked political debate after making extraordinary remarks praising President William Ruto's development record, describing the Head of State as a leader who has helped the people of Homa Bay overcome years of frustration and neglect.
Speaking about the relationship between the people of Homa Bay and the current administration, Kajwang said residents had endured difficult circumstances for decades and were desperate for meaningful development.
The ODM senator used an unusual comparison to explain the impact of Ruto's leadership, suggesting that the President had brought renewed hope to a community that had suffered prolonged disappointment.
"Ruto is our therapist and psychiatrist. The depression we had as people of Homa Bay was so severe that we needed to see therapists and even psychiatrists. We had suffered for a long time. We do not have a single tarmacked road since independence, but Ruto brought development," Kajwang declared.
His remarks highlighted what he considers a significant change in the relationship between Homa Bay residents and the national government, particularly regarding infrastructure and development projects.
Kajwang's statement also comes amid growing political realignments as leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
President Ruto has been keen on expanding his political support across regions traditionally associated with opposition politics, particularly in the Nyanza region, where ODM has maintained considerable influence for decades.
The President's engagements with leaders from the region have increasingly attracted attention, with development commitments and government projects becoming important subjects in political discussions.
Kajwang's praise could therefore be interpreted as another indication of the changing political conversations within the opposition stronghold.
However, his remarks are also likely to generate debate among residents and political opponents who will want to assess the administration's actual development record against its promises.
With the 2027 presidential contest approaching, Ruto's development agenda and growing political engagements in Nyanza could become important factors in determining his support in the region.
For Kajwang, the message was clear: development and improved relations with the national government matter to the people of Homa Bay.
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