Senator Accuses Ruto of Corrupt Takeover of Nzoia Sugar Company

Nzoia Sugar Takeover Sparks Outrage: Senator Osotsi Accuses Ruto of Corruption Kakamega, Kenya – Senator Osotsi of Vihiga County has leveled serious accusations against President William Ruto, alleging an opaque and corrupt takeover of the Nzoia Sugar Company. The senator, speaking at a press conference, stated, "What we are witnessing is a hostile takeover...this process is corruption in the making." He expressed deep concern for the economic future of the Luhya community, which heavily relies on the sugarcane industry. Osotsi compared the situation to the controversial sale of Pan Paper, where a company valued at 20 billion shillings was sold for a mere 900 million shillings, leaving many former employees destitute. He emphasized the lack of transparency and public consultation in the Nzoia Sugar deal, stating, "Farmers were not consulted. The leaders were not consulted." Osotsi's accusations raise serious questions about the government's handling of public assets and underscore the ongoing concerns about corruption in Kenya's political landscape. The absence of a valuation report further fuels suspicions of underhanded dealings. The incident highlights the vulnerability of local communities reliant on such industries and the need for greater transparency and accountability in government transactions.