“William Ruto Praises Ndindi Nyoro as a ‘Fine Gentleman,’ Explains His Replacement”

Ruto Praises Ndindi Nyoro, Explains His Removal from Budget Committee

President William Ruto has broken his silence regarding his relationship with Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, days after the legislator was removed from his position as chair of the influential Budget and Appropriations Committee in the National Assembly.

In an interview on March 31, ahead of his tour of the Mt. Kenya region, Ruto praised Nyoro, describing him as a talented and promising young leader.

“Ndindi Nyoro is a fine gentleman. Huyo kijana mimi ndio ninamkuza kisiasa” (I am the one mentoring him in politics),” Ruto said.

Ruto’s Support for Nyoro

Addressing speculation that Nyoro’s removal could have been influenced by differing political views, Ruto reaffirmed his support for the youthful MP, urging Kenyans to trust his mentorship.

“Leave Ndindi Nyoro to me. He is among the young MPs I am currently nurturing. There are certain things I would rather not disclose here, but rest assured, I have a plan for him,” the president stated.

Ruto acknowledged that young leaders sometimes make mistakes, but stressed that it is his responsibility to guide them.

“These young leaders I am mentoring are bound to make errors here and there, but as a leader, it is my duty to steer them in the right direction. That is why I repeat, leave them to me,” he added.

Reason Behind Nyoro’s Removal

Regarding Nyoro’s removal from the Budget Committee chair, Ruto clarified that the move was part of routine parliamentary restructuring.

“Parliamentary committees undergo periodic reorganization, and this was one such instance. The law dictates that at mid-term, leadership positions in committees must be subjected to a fresh election. To be re-elected, an individual must express interest in retaining their position,” Ruto explained.

He also revealed that the broader parliamentary restructuring aimed at ensuring equitable regional representation, especially after his government’s expansion to accommodate Raila Odinga and his allies.

“Out of the 25 parliamentary committees, Mt. Kenya MPs chaired 12, while Rift Valley legislators led 9. After consultations, it was agreed that both Mt. Kenya and Rift Valley MPs would relinquish three chair positions each to allow for a fairer distribution of leadership roles across the country,” Ruto said.

However, Ruto refrained from offering specific details on the selection process for those removed, urging anyone with concerns to direct their questions to Parliament.

“How the decision was made on who would step aside and who would remain in those positions is best explained by the members of Parliament themselves,” the president concluded.