Ruto commits to deliver on resolution of corruption cases in 6 months
President Ruto proposes changes to the relevant law to seal the loopholes in the fight against corruption in 6 months
President Ruto proposes changes to the relevant law to seal the loopholes in the fight against corruption in 6 months.
Addressing a roadside rally in Kilifi on Friday, President Ruto said the Executive will work together with the criminal justice system to ensure corruption cases are resolved within six months.
Ruto said it will no longer be possible for the corrupt to use injunctions to evade prosecution or delay justice.
“We cannot continue tolerating those who steal from the public to go to court and obtain injunctions while the cases drag on for years,” he pointed out.
“We will not be taking corrupt officials to court and the cases take up to 10 years. We will change the law. We want corruption cases to be concluded within six months and the culprits jailed,” he said.
President Ruto said the legal amendments are aimed at cementing integrity and dealing firmly with corruption.
He emphasized the government’s focus on the prudent use of public funds to ensure Kenyans receive value for their money.
He said that the government has redirected funds previously earmarked for renovation of offices, seminars and vehicles to projects that benefit the people.
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The President also announced that the government will, in similar amendments to the law, address the challenge of tax expenditure to reduce or eliminate funds spent on tax refunds, pointing out that the process is opaque.
This will save the country money that will be used for development. He urged leaders and Kenyans to unite and focus their energy on transforming the country.
At the same time, President Ruto said the government has been investing in the blue economy at the Coast to enhance residents’ earnings.
Already, the government is improving infrastructure at five fish landing sites in the counties of Lamu, Tana River, Kilifi, Mombasa and Kwale in a KSh1.2 billion project.
“Value addition facilities complete with coolers will reduce losses and enhance the earnings of the fishing communities,” he stated.
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