Ruto's Shock: Ten Years Rent-Free in Nairobi?

President Ruto's address to Nairobi's rent defaulters has sparked debate. Speaking at a church service in Makadara, Nairobi County, on June 8th, 2025, President Ruto expressed his disbelief at the number of people who have lived in houses for a decade without paying rent. "Unaishi kwa nyumba miaka kumi na hujalipa hata shilingi moja, hapanaa!" he exclaimed, translating roughly to, "You live in a house for ten years and don't pay a single shilling, no way!" The President's comments highlight the ongoing issue of housing affordability and rent collection in Nairobi. While the video doesn't offer specific solutions, it underscores the gravity of the problem and the need for effective strategies to address it. The President's direct and emotional appeal to those who owe rent is likely to generate discussion and action. The video's popularity on social media further emphasizes the public's interest in this pressing matter.