Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has launched a sharp attack on Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot following the latter’s criticism of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta.

In a statement shared through his social media platforms, the outspoken first-term legislator accused the Senate Majority Leader of avoiding the real issues affecting ordinary Kenyans and instead engaging in political rhetoric and attacking the fourth president.

“It is interesting to see Aaron Cheruiyot ranting without addressing the real issues. Let me ask: how is fertiliser supposedly available at KSh 2,500 when the current open market retail price of fertiliser is between KSh 5,000 and 6,500 per bag? If the government truly intends to make fertiliser affordable,, let them make it 2500 across all retail shops, then Kenyans will respect that effort, bwana Aaron,” Salasya said.

Salasya questioned the government’s claims regarding subsidised fertiliser, arguing that the reality on the ground paints a completely different picture for farmers.

According to the MP, while leaders allied to the government continue to insist that fertiliser is available at subsidised prices of Ksh2,500, most farmers are still purchasing the commodity at retail prices ranging between Ksh5,000 and Ksh6,500 per bag.

He argued that if the government was genuinely committed to easing the burden on farmers, the reduced prices should be reflected uniformly across all retail outlets in the country.

SHA

Salasya also turned his attention to the Social Health Authority (SHA), claiming that the new healthcare system was failing Kenyans. He noted that many major private hospitals are yet to fully embrace SHA, raising concerns about the effectiveness and credibility of the scheme.

The MP further pointed at delays in remittances to healthcare providers as evidence that the system is struggling to function smoothly.

The legislator maintained that many Kenyans still view the defunct NHIF as more reliable compared to SHA, especially among low-income earners who heavily depend on affordable healthcare services.

Eurobond issue

On the Eurobond issue, Salasya questioned President William Ruto’s commitment to fighting corruption and distancing his administration from past financial scandals.

He criticised the appointment of individuals who had previously been linked to the controversial Eurobond saga, arguing that such appointments send the wrong message to the public.

The MP further claimed that despite promises of economic transformation, many Kenyans are currently facing a harsher economic environment compared to previous administrations. Rising costs of living, expensive farm inputs, and concerns over healthcare reforms continue to dominate public debate across the country.