NASA presidential candidate Raila Odinga has once again accused the Jubilee Government of looting the National Youth Service.
During a rally in Nairobi on Tuesday, Odinga further promised to ensure his government provides affordable housing for low-income earners, saying this will directly lead to economic growth.
The opposition chief pointed out his achievements when he was the Prime Minister, saying he initiated the slum upgrade project and pledged to expand it if he wins power.
“I am the one who initiated the slum upgrading project but it has stalled under the Jubilee administration. When we take over power, we will continue constructing more low-cost houses," Raila told a rally at Woodley Estate.
He accused Jubilee of overseeing the theft of NYS funds and doing little to create job opportunities for the 12 million jobless youths.
Odinga took issue with the current administration, accusing it of forcing organization to relocated due to poor economic environment.
“Instead of creating jobs for the youths, they looted the money through the NYS scandal. Many industries have now relocated to India, Egypt or South Africa or have shut down. Our youths are now jobless,” said Raila.
With less than three weeks remaining to the election date, both camps are racing against time to get the numbers for a first round win.
Jubilee team is camping in the coastal region, before moving to North Eastern on Thursday and Friday.