A Kenyan senator has raised concerns over the increased cost of a major highway project under President William Ruto. Nyandarua Senator Methu questioned the government during a local radio interview, highlighting a Ksh47 billion increase in the Rironi-Mau Summit Highway project. The senator claimed the project’s total cost has risen to Ksh207 billion, compared to the Ksh160 billion contract awarded under former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Methu criticized the administration for its handling of the project, suggesting the cost overrun reflects poor management. The senator argued that the increased expenditure raises questions about transparency and accountability in public spending. The Rironi-Mau Summit Highway, a key infrastructure project, aims to improve regional connectivity. Methu’s remarks come amid ongoing scrutiny of government spending and project management practices. The controversy highlights growing public interest in how public funds are allocated and managed. The government has not yet responded to the senator’s allegations. The situation underscores the challenges of large-scale infrastructure projects in Kenya.