Education Still Bleeding as UDA Focuses on Image, Says Nyoro

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has delivered a rare and candid critique of the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). He said that the party has strayed from the commitments it made to Kenyans during the 2022 election campaign.

Nyoro has accused the government of prioritising image management over tangible economic outcomes. He warns that the shift risks eroding public trust.

Nyoro said UDA rode to power on a clear economic promise anchored on fiscal discipline, reduced borrowing and sustainable growth.

According to the MP, Kenyans were assured that the government would rein in debt and allow the economy to stabilise through productivity rather than excessive loans.

However, he argued that the current trajectory tells a different story, with borrowing pressures still weighing heavily on the economy.

The Kiharu lawmaker voiced concern about education funding. He stated that it remains one of the most troubling gaps in government policy.

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He noted that despite repeated pledges to protect and strengthen education, schools and families continue to struggle with inadequate support, threatening access and quality across the sector.

Nyoro also said that the government appears to be investing heavily in public relations instead of focusing on policies whose results can speak for themselves.

He argued that effective leadership should be judged by measurable outcomes, not by aggressive communication strategies aimed at shaping perception.

Nyoro’s remarks stand out because they come from within UDA’s own ranks, underscoring growing unease among some leaders about the party’s direction.

Political analysts say the comments could embolden other voices within the ruling coalition to openly question policy choices, especially on debt management and social spending.

As the cost of living remains high and pressure mounts on public services, Nyoro’s warning serves as a reminder that campaign promises continue to shape public expectations.