Opposition cries foul as Ruto deploys state machinery in Ol Kalou

Kenyan opposition leaders have accused President William Ruto of misusing state resources to influence the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election. Government officials are allegedly branding public projects with political messaging to support the UDA candidate.
Why it matters
Allegations of state machinery abuse threaten the integrity of democratic processes and fair electoral competition.
Gatanga MP Edward Muriu at IEBC headquarters at Anniversary Towers on Friday The opposition has stepped up accusations against President William Ruto, claiming he is deploying the full machinery of government to help UDA win the Ol Kalou by-election.
The article centers on opposition grievances and accusations of malpractice against the ruling party.
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