‘Procurement For Nithi Bridge Starts Tomorrow!’ – Ruto Announces
President William Ruto has announced that the government will begin the procurement process for the construction of a Nithi bridge on Tuesday, August 5.
The president stated that new bridge plans have already been completed, and that building will begin once the procurement procedure is completed.
According to Ruto, the new bridge will be completed before the 2027 general election.
“We are starting the procurement process of the Nithi bridge tomorrow,” he added.
“The new designs of the bridge are ready, and I have already checked them. The new design is good because instead of being curved, we will make it straight.”
The Nithi bridge, located on the Embu Meru Highway, is regarded as a black spot chiefly because of its design and surrounding road conditions, which render it prone to accidents.
The famous Nithi Bridge is FINALLY going to be built.
— Mr. Kinuthia Pius. (@Belive_Kinuthia) August 5, 2025
This timely project will cost Ksh. 7 billion.
It will replace the notorious bridge built in 1982.
Construction will take two years.
For over four decades, this bridge has been neglected by the subsequent governments.… pic.twitter.com/84m5J5hPgB
Because of its steep fall, sharp curves, and lack of basic safety safeguards, the bridge has experienced countless fatal crashes throughout the years.
According to Ruto, the bridge’s construction, which would cost the government around Ksh7 billion, is critical to protecting the lives of vehicles and people who use it.
“I have already given instructions that the bridge must be completed before the elections because I do not want the bridge to continue causing losses to Kenyans. It’s a very expensive bridge, but we must do it to save lives,” Ruto said.
The statement by the Head of State comes just days after Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir stated that the government is in the process of restarting over 580 halted road projects around the nation.
Speaking before the National Assembly on Wednesday, July 23, the transport chief claimed that the government had already paid contractors by disbursing 40% of the overdue payments.
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The CS had assured that he had directed Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), and Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) to ensure the timely completion of the projects.
“The biggest challenge has been a lack of liquidity to settle pending bills. That is why contractors halted work,” the CS said.
“As a Ministry, we have eliminated the excuse of non-payment from contractors,” he added.
“We have now engaged regional engineers from all three road agencies to streamline project delivery and ensure there is value for money in all the road projects in the country.”
‘Procurement For Nithi Bridge Starts Tomorrow!’ – Ruto Announces
