President Uhuru Kenyatta has put on notice higher learning institutions that admit politicians who are 'unqualified', warning that such trends are lowering educational standards.
Speaking in Bungoma on Thursday where he presided over a graduation ceremony at Kibabii University, he cautioned that universities found engaging in similar offences will face the law.
“I know it is the political season and politicians are running to universities to obtain papers. Any university found violating the required regulations will face the law because this compromises international standards and quality of education in Kenya,” he said.
The President called on the management of the institution to set aside more funds for research, innovation and entrepreneurship, promising to inject more money to support the University.
“To ensure all pending works are completed, I am happy to announce that the Government has given Sh300 million to Kibabii university.
I know as an institution, challenges are there but we are determined to do more,’’ he said.