Global Intelligence and Surveillance Team (GIST) has disclosed that Kenyan President William Ruto and his family have stashed billions of shillings in offshore accounts.
A screenshot from Global intelligence post on X.
The expose indicates that the funds, amounting to a staggering US $497,480,000, are linked to shell companies registered under Ruto and his son. These funds were allegedly siphoned through Kenya’s e-Citizen platform, where citizens pay 50 shillings to transact.
On July 222, GIST posted on X (formerly known as Twitter): “G.I.S.T. & Rogern’s 7 Ultimate Redflags Assets & Funds Totalling US $497,480,000 In Foreign Accounts Of Kenyan President @WilliamsRuto & Shell Companies Registered Under His Kin Siphoned From eCitizen, Health Insurance, Housing Levy & Power Deals.”
Pres William Ruto discussing during a past media interview
The revelation has ignited widespread outrage among Kenyans, who are already grappling with economic hardships and systemic corruption.
The fact that public funds, intended for essential services like health insurance, housing, and power, were diverted has particularly stung citizens.
Tomorrow, protests (dubbed Total Shutdown) are expected to erupt across various parts of the country as Kenyans demand President Ruto’s removal from office.
President William Ruto speaks during past event
Public sentiment is at a boiling point, with many feeling betrayed by their leaders. “This is a betrayal of the highest order,” said one Nairobi resident. “We pay taxes and fees for services, only to find out our money is being funneled into private accounts abroad.”
The impending protests signal a critical juncture in Kenya’s political landscape. As the nation braces for a day of demonstrations, the calls for accountability and transparency grow louder. The government is yet to issue an official response to the allegations, but the pressure from an outraged populace could force swift action.
Tomorrow’s protests will be a crucial test of public resolve and governmental integrity in Kenya. By the time of writing this article, nobody including Pres William Ruto’s allies had responded to the reports.
