Popular Kenyan journalist and digital storyteller Lynn Ngugi has taken a swipe at President William Ruto, questioning his constant comparison of Kenya to Singapore.
In a bold statement shared on social media, Lynn reminded the President that real transformation requires integrity, discipline, and hard work — not endless benchmarking trips or empty speeches.
“The President of Singapore once told me he despises three kinds of people — thieves, the corrupt, and those who spend their time benchmarking instead of building. Kila saa Singapore!” she wrote.
Her post appeared to criticize the government’s frequent references to Singapore as a model of economic success while Kenya continues to struggle with corruption, unemployment, and poor public service delivery.
Many Kenyans quickly resonated with Lynn’s message, praising her for speaking truth to power and expressing frustration over what they see as misplaced priorities by government officials. Others, however, argued that benchmarking is an essential part of development if used correctly.
Lynn Ngugi, known for her fearless commentary and human-interest stories, has built a reputation for voicing the concerns of ordinary Kenyans. Her latest remarks add to the growing chorus of citizens calling on leaders to focus more on implementing solutions rather than making comparisons.
As public debate continues, her message serves as a powerful reminder that Kenya’s progress depends less on what other countries are doing — and more on what its leaders are willing to change at home.