Ruto Accused of Land Grabbing: IDP Land at the Center of Scandal

Land Grabbing Allegations Rock Kenya: Ruto Accused of Seizing IDP Land Kenya is grappling with fresh land grabbing allegations against President William Ruto. A prominent political commentator, appearing in a recent interview with Lightcast TV Kenya, alleges that Ruto has illegally acquired vast tracts of land originally designated for internally displaced persons (IDPs). The commentator, whose identity has not been disclosed, claims that Ruto's actions represent a pattern of land grabbing, citing specific instances in Ndabibi and Narok. "I won't be surprised to find that Ruto grabbed the State House land, the way he has grabbed the Ndabibi land," the commentator stated, highlighting the alleged scale of the alleged land grabbing. In Narok, the commentator points to a large land acquisition where five people were reportedly shot dead. This incident underscores the serious nature of the allegations and raises concerns about the potential violence associated with land disputes. The commentator's claims, while yet to be independently verified, are fueling public debate and calls for transparency and accountability in land ownership in Kenya. The allegations add to the existing concerns surrounding land rights and displacement in the country. Further investigations are needed to determine the veracity of these allegations and to ensure justice for those affected.