Master of distraction: How Ruto shifts focus from scandals, crisis

President William Ruto inspects the Mariakani 400/220kV Substation, a critical infrastructure project enhancing power supply in the Kilifi County. [PCS]

In the two years he has been in office, President William Ruto has mastered the art of using deception and distractions to divert Kenyans' attention away from the numerous scandals and crises that have plagued his administration.

Crises have hit several sectors, including health, education, security, energy, transportation, and diplomacy, with some being significant enough to potentially destabilize government.

The head of state has perfected the art of generating "bombshells" that capture public attention, even as significant events unfold unnoticed around them.