Rose Wanja Thanks President William Ruto for Supporting Nairobi School Dormitory Project, Says Legacy Is Built Through Service

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 Nairobi School Board of Management School Infrastructure Committee Chairperson Rose Wanja has expressed heartfelt gratitude to President William Samoei Ruto for supporting the construction of a modern dormitory at The Nairobi School, describing the project as a lasting legacy that will benefit generations of students.

In her remarks, Wanja recounted how the journey began with a simple conversation with the President, when she requested him to visit the school after parents had raised KSh25 million to construct a Science Complex.

He recalled that after learning it was The Nairobi School, President Ruto remembered having commissioned the school's library while serving as Deputy President and promised to visit, directing her to coordinate the arrangements through State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito.

Wanja thanked state house  comptroller   Katoo Ole Metito for believing in the vision and giving her the opportunity to pursue the President's visit, noting that what started as a simple request eventually grew into one of the school's biggest infrastructure transformation projects.

She revealed that throughout the implementation of the projects, President Ruto remained personally involved, asking her to provide regular progress updates . According to Wanja, the President also made impromptu inspection visits to monitor construction and ensure the work met the expected standards.

"The President was genuinely committed to seeing these projects completed. He constantly followed up and wanted to know how the work was progressing," she said.

Wanja said her service to Nairobi School has always been driven by a desire to leave a lasting impact rather than seek recognition. After serving as Chairperson of the Parents Association, she joined the Board of Management, where she now chairs the School Infrastructure Committee and continues to oversee development projects.

She also commended the contractor for employing workers from neighbouring communities, including Kangemi, Kibagare, Kangemi Flyover, Thiong'o Road and Uthiru, saying government projects should not only create infrastructure but also provide livelihoods for local families.

"Many people only see money being spent on government projects. I see parents putting food on the table, paying school fees, meeting rent and restoring dignity through honest work," she said.

Wanja urged Kenyans to celebrate development while demanding quality workmanship and safeguarding public projects for future generations.

She also thanked the Nairobi School Board of Management, led by Chairperson Madam Murigu, for believing in her leadership despite being the youngest member of the board. She praised the teamwork that has enabled the successful implementation of the school's infrastructure projects.

Looking ahead, Wanja said she is eagerly awaiting the official commissioning of the new dormitory by President Ruto, noting that it will ease congestion, improve students' welfare and provide a better learning environment.

She concluded by emphasizing that meaningful leadership is measured by lasting impact rather than public attention.

"People may remember those who made the loudest noise, but generations will remember those who quietly built something that changed lives. Legacy is not built by trending; it is built through service, commitment and results," she said.

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