Kalonzo Names Ruto in Fresh Corruption Allegations Following Deadly Building Collapses

Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has accused President William Ruto’s administration of allowing politically connected individuals to influence Kenya’s cement industry.

Kalonzo alleged that individuals associated with the Head of State were benefiting financially from cement sales, raising concerns about corruption within the construction sector.

He made the allegations on Sunday, November 15, 2026, while addressing worshippers at Word of Faith Church in Mwingi Central.

According to the former Vice President, political interests had infiltrated businesses supplying essential construction materials, potentially compromising quality and public safety.

Kalonzo claimed that every bag of cement sold in the country carried a financial benefit for individuals connected to the President.

He questioned how such alleged arrangements could be allowed to continue while Kenyans remained exposed to dangerous construction practices.

The Wiper leader linked the allegations to several building collapses reported in Nairobi and neighbouring areas, which have raised fresh concerns about construction standards.

He particularly mentioned Syokimau, questioning the continued loss of lives through structural failures involving residential and commercial buildings.

Kalonzo argued that the government had failed to adequately protect citizens from buildings constructed using potentially substandard materials.

He further accused some cement manufacturers of producing poor-quality products, which he claimed could contribute to structural weaknesses.

The former Vice President maintained that impunity within the industry was a serious threat to the safety of ordinary Kenyans.

His remarks come amid growing public scrutiny of construction regulations, building approvals and the quality of materials used in developing properties.

However, his allegations against politically connected individuals and cement manufacturers were not accompanied by publicly presented evidence during the church address.

Beyond the cement industry controversy, Kalonzo also launched a fresh political attack against President Ruto’s administration.

He described the government as a predatory regime, accusing it of failing to uphold constitutional principles and the rule of law.

The opposition leader called for leadership that would respect constitutional provisions and restore accountability in public institutions.

Kalonzo also invoked his professional background as a constitutional lawyer, arguing that defending the Constitution remained central to his political beliefs.

He cited his personal participation in court proceedings as an indication of his commitment to protecting constitutional rights and freedoms.

The former Vice President’s remarks add to mounting opposition criticism of the Kenya Kwanza administration as political temperatures continue rising ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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