Ruto Screams At Sakaja, Other Government Officials About Dress Codes

President William Ruto publicly criticized Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja and other government officials over their attire during a high-level function at the State House
He warned that ill-dressed leaders could be denied entry to future official events, stressing that they must be in keeping with the seriousness of government activities.
Ruto’s comments came at the signing of a major agreement between Zaria Group and Kenya Railways

President William Ruto has publicly criticized the Nairobi governor Johnson and other government officials about their attire during a high-level event held at the White House.

President William Ruto speaking during the signing of the agreement at the State House. Photo: William Ruto.
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Ruto he emphasized what he described as the importance of respect and discipline in official government events at the White House.

Why did Ruto criticize leaders about their attire in the White House?

Speaking on Friday, April 10, during the signing of a major planning agreement between Zaria Group and Kenya Railways, Ruto was clearly not satisfied with the way some leaders were dressed.

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The President questioned whether the leaders present at the event understood the seriousness of the event.

“Eminent partners, Zaria Group, ladies and gentlemen, looking at the people who came to this event, including the governor of Nairobi, I was wondering if they came on purpose or if they were misled along the way,” Ruto said, drawing the attention of those present.

The President continued to criticize their clothing, saying it did not reflect the seriousness of the event that was going on at the White House.

“The way they dressed, they don’t look like they knew they were coming to the White House. I think next time, I will instruct those at the gate not to allow people dressed like that, especially when they come for important activities like this,” he added.

Ruto emphasized that official government activities require a certain level of formal dress, explaining that the appearance should match the seriousness of the event.

“Ngujiri, I want to tell you that the way these people are dressed has no indication of the seriousness of this event. We take this event very seriously,” Ruto said.

Among those present were the Minister of Roads and Transport Davis Chirchir, Minister of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim MvuryaSecretary General of Housing and Urban Development Charles Hinga, and Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers David Ndii.

What project was launched during the White House event?

Despite strong criticism, the event marked an important step in the government’s urban development agenda Kenya First.

According to Ruto, the project will be completed within 12 months and is expected to generate up to 25,000 jobs annually, thus stimulating employment and economic activity.

“The construction of a modern stadium and entertainment area in the center of Nairobi is an important step towards the realization of the Nairobi Railway City Project,” he said after the agreement was signed.

The President noted that the development will make Nairobi a major center for sports, culture and business in the region and internationally.

“These developments will make the city’s CBD the best hub for sports, entertainment, culture and business across East Africa and the world,” Ruto added.

Leaders at the White House event — Ruto reminded Sakaja and other leaders that their attire did not reflect the seriousness of the event. Photo: Salim Mvurya.
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Ruto explained that the project is part of a broader strategy to improve Kenya’s infrastructure and strengthen its international competitiveness.

Designed as a long-term partnership, the initiative is linked to other major projects underway, including Talanta Stadium and the Bomas International Convention Centre.