Editor's Review

The unhealthy environmental situation must be corrected to restore Nairobi to its true identity,” President Ruto.

President William Samoei Ruto has committed to take Nairobi back to its glorious days.

Speaking on Wednesday, February 22,  in Korogocho, Nairobi County, during the launch of the Nairobi Rivers Commission Ruto said the city must recapture its cleanliness, made safe and healthy for everyone.

“The unhealthy environmental situation must be corrected to restore Nairobi to its true identity,” President Ruto stated. 

The Head of State mentioned that the Government had resolved to not only reclaim Nairobi’s reputation as Africa’s green city but also live up to its ancestral identity as the river of cool and fresh water. 

He exuded confidence that the Commission will bring in fresh and considerable effort to accelerate the restoration of Nairobi.

President Ruto during the launch of the Nairobi Rivers Commission

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo jr noted that it was time the pollution of the environment was termed an economic crime in the country.

The sustainable cleaning of Nairobi River, Governor Sakaja added, represents the current regime’s legacy.

Later, the President toured the Mama Margaret Kenyatta Hospital and pledged to support it to effectively serve area residents.