Ruto Reveals Details of His 2-Month Meeting With KDF Officials After Uhuru’s Request

President William Ruto has opened up on a two-month discussion with the country’s military leadership following former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s advice.
Speaking on Saturday, December 14, during the Kenya Navy 60th Anniversary held at the Kenya Navy Base in Mtongwe, Mombasa County, Ruto revealed that Uhuru advised him on one issue before he handed over power to him.
President Ruto explained that the advice was centred on modernising the country’s security agencies, including the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), to improve its capabilities.
The Head of State detailed that for the last two months, he held discussions with top KDF officials, including KDF Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya, to deliberate on how to improve the military.

President William Ruto and Uhuru Kenyatta. PHOTO/ Uhuru Kenyatta.

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“There is only one piece of advice I got from the commander in chief that came before me, and he asked me that when resources become available, modernise our security agencies,” Ruto revealed.
“Therefore, the discussions I have had with the leadership of the Ministry of Defence are on the course because development going forward is going to be anchored on peace, security, and stability, without which all other endeavours of our nation will be in jeopardy,” he added.
According to the president, one of the main aims of modernising the military was to put in place a high state of readiness to ensure that military officers can respond swiftly and effectively to security concerns.
He went ahead to commend former military officers for their sacrifice, vision, and hard work, noting that their work contributed to the current achievement in the KDF.
In his speech, Ruto also called on the KDF officers to continue with their efforts in upholding the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and excellence.
“I honour your dedication, bravery, and sacrifice, which form the bedrock of our success today. The Kenyan nation thanks you for your patriotic service,” the Head of State commented.
While addressing the delegation, President Ruto exuded confidence in the country’s economic trajectory, stating that the government had managed to address several issues that had crippled Kenya’s progress.
Ruto revealed that for the past months, the government had managed to stabilise the economy evidently through the currency’s stability, a significant drop in inflation, and the prices of basic commodities.’

President William Ruto during the KDF pass-out parade in Uasin Gishu County on May 15, 2024

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