NAIROBI, April 3 (NNN-KBC) — Kenyan President William Ruto has distanced his administration from allegations of planning to shut down the media and internet during the protests being led by the opposition.
In his address to the nation, Ruto noted the government has interest in attacking the media adding that journalists may have been caught up in the violence witnessed during the protests alongside other Kenyans.
“We are great believers in free media and any engagement that puts the media in danger is not acceptable. I do not think there is any deliberate attack on the media and if there was such, I can tell you we would be opposed to it,” said Ruto
“Kenya has come a long way. The era of switching off is way behind us. We will support the right of the media to carry out its function. You have our support irrespective of how biased you are against us,” he added
The head of state blamed the violence on persons taking advantage of the demonstrations to loot and invade private property.
Ruto assured that the government will continue to protect the lives and property of Kenyans.
