Nairobi, May 8 -- David Maraga, the 2027 presidential flag bearer of the United Green Movement (UDM), has criticised President William Ruto for what he termed costly mega projects aimed at looting public resources.

The former Chief Justice said it would be "a disaster" if President Ruto is re-elected, citing rampant corruption in his administration.

Speaking on Friday at a funeral in Kitutu Chache North, Kisii County, Mr Maraga said it was inappropriate for President Ruto to change the contractor for the Rironi-Mau-Summit road.

The Rironi-Mau Summit road project, originally a Sh160 billion deal with a French consortium (Vinci) under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, was cancelled by President Ruto and awarded to Chinese firms for approx...