Irungu Nyakera Urges Kenyans to Demand Accountability from UDA Government
Former Principal Secretary and outgoing chairperson of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) board, Irungu Nyakera, has called on Kenyans to rise up and hold the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) government accountable for the promises it made during the 2022 general elections.
Nyakera expressed concern over the worsening economic situation in the country and urged citizens not to be distracted by the political noise around the 2027 elections.
Speaking through a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, April 5,
Nyakera said that Kenyans should remain focused on the pledges made by President William Ruto’s administration, especially now that the nation is grappling with serious economic challenges.
“Kenya is bleeding. The inflation rate has hit a six-month high. Banks are no longer giving out loans. Loan defaults have skyrocketed to 15%.
The government owes nearly Ksh1 trillion in pending bills. Small businesses are shutting down every day. The youth are jobless,” Nyakera warned.
He criticized government officials for focusing on image-building and showy motorcades while ordinary Kenyans continue to suffer.
“Our leaders are busy flying around in choppers and parading large convoys, pretending everything is fine while Kenyans struggle to put food on the table.
This government is selling hope through PR campaigns and handouts, instead of addressing the real problems,” he said.
Nyakera strongly urged the youth, small business owners, and every hardworking Kenyan to speak out and push the government to take action now, not years down the line.
He emphasized that the issues affecting the country today require immediate solutions, not campaign promises for future elections.
“It’s time for the hustlers, the dreamers, the unemployed youth, and all Kenyans to come together and demand that the UDA government fulfills the promises it made in 2022.
This is not about who wins in 2027—it’s about what was promised in 2022 and the need for delivery now,” he added.
His remarks come shortly after President Ruto revoked his appointment as the KICC board chair. This decision was officially announced in a gazette notice dated Tuesday, April 1, where the President appointed Samuel Waweru Mwangi to take over the position for a three-year term, effective April 1, 2025.
The notice read: “In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 43 (1) (a) of the Tourism Act, as read together with Section 51 (1) of the Interpretation and General Provisions Act, I, William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, appoint Samuel Waweru Mwangi to be the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, for a period of three (3) years, with effect from the 1st April, 2025. The appointment of Irungu Nyakera is revoked.”
In response to his removal, Nyakera issued a statement on Thursday, April 3, downplaying the importance of the position, saying it was neither influential nor financially rewarding.
He clarified that being the KICC board chair was more of a ceremonial role than a position of real power or perks.
“According to the guidelines from the State Corporations Advisory Committee (SCAC), a board chair earns a net honorarium of Ksh54,000 per month, plus Ksh7,000 for airtime.
There are no retirement benefits, no other allowances, and no executive authority. The sitting allowance is Ksh14,000 per meeting and is capped at ten meetings annually,” Nyakera explained.
Despite being ousted from the role, Nyakera appears to have intensified his criticism of the government, signaling a growing rift between him and the ruling administration.
His message reflects the frustration shared by many Kenyans who feel the government has not delivered on its pledges.
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