The government has been urged to treat education as a national priority amid rising concerns over the management and politicization of resources meant for the sector.Speaking during a meeting with students from Kitui University in Kitui, Irene Kasalu, the Woman Representative for Kitui County, stressed that education is a fundamental right for every Kenyan child and not a privilege granted by the government.Dr. Kasalu noted that many parents are still struggling to take their children to secondary school despite a directive from William Ruto stating that all learners should report to Form One regardless of their ability to pay school fees or purchase uniforms.She questioned the effectiveness of the directive, suggesting that it risks appearing as a political promise rather than a practical solution for struggling families.The legislator further revealed that in 2025 Kenya received more than KSh 50 billion in education support from international partners including the World Bank. According to her, these funds were meant to strengthen schools and safeguard the future of Kenyan learners, yet concerns remain about how the resources are being managed.“When billions are being invested in education, no child should be sent home because of unpaid fees, no school should lack basic learning resources, and no parent should feel abandoned by the government,” Dr. Kasalu said.She called for strict accountability in the management of education funds, urging that every shilling allocated to the sector be safeguarded and directed to its intended purpose. She also warned against the misuse of public resources through early political campaigns disguised as empowerment initiatives.“Education must be treated with the seriousness it deserves for the sake of Kenya’s future,” she added.Dr. Kasalu was meeting beneficiaries of her office’s education support program to assess the academic progress of more than 50 students. The initiative has so far supported over 500 students across Kitui County, many of whom have progressed to universities and colleges after receiving full scholarships from Form One to Form Four.In February, an additional group of about 100 students joining Years 10–12 also benefited from the program, demonstrating ongoing efforts to expand educational opportunities for more learners.Ends.