Raia Odinga with Nairobi governor Evans Kidero. Photo/the-star.co.ke
Deputy President William Ruto has blamed NASA flag bearer Raila Odinga Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero for the woes facing Mumias Sugar Company.
Speaking on Tuesday, Ruto said that Kidero and Raila had looted the company that has now been closed.
According to Ruto, Kidero had allowed Raila to borrow loans from the factory without repaying.
“Mr Kidero should tell his friend (Raila) to repay the debts he owes the sugar factory so that farmers who are suffering due to financial difficulties and poor management of the factory in the past can be paid their money,” he said.
Mr Odinga has denied owing the sugar miller any money and said he had been involved in transactions with Mumias Sugar through secured bank loans.
Ruto affirmed that the two should take responsibility for the mess at the sugar factory and pay up their debts.
He said the Jubilee administration would not let the factory close down.