State of the Nation: President's own account contradicts reality by far

President William Ruto during the State of the Nation address at Parliament on November 20, 2025.[PCS, Standard]

Conceptually, Article 132(1)(b) and (c) of the Constitution that demands that the President present an annual State of the Nation Address to a joint House of Parliament grants the Head of State a unique moment to self-appraise their performance each year. Therefore, it should come as no surprise if the President exaggerates some facts in an attempt to blow his own trumpet. Equally, it is a great opportunity for a President to cast a vision for the nation for the coming year or years.