The youth said the journey was symbolic and meant to show appreciation for development projects they say have changed lives in their constituency.
Carrying the Kenyan flag and chanting songs of praise, the group said they wanted the President to see and hear them directly.
According to the youth, the wheelbarrow represented hard work, resilience, and the everyday struggles of ordinary people in rural areas who depend on small tools to earn a living.
Speaking during the walk, the youth said Baringo has benefited from several government projects since President Ruto took office.
They pointed to improved roads, water projects, and support for agriculture as some of the key changes they have witnessed.
They said these projects have made it easier for farmers to transport produce, access clean water, and improve their incomes.
“We are not here because someone sent us,” one of the youth leaders said. “We are here to say thank you. Our area has seen development, and we felt it was important to appreciate the President.”
The youth also praised the government’s focus on young people, saying initiatives aimed at empowering the youth have given many of them hope.
They mentioned programs supporting small businesses, farming inputs, and skills training, which they say have helped reduce idleness and crime in the area.
As they pushed the wheelbarrow through towns and villages, the group attracted attention from members of the public. Some cheered them on, while others stopped to ask about their mission.
The youth said the reactions encouraged them to keep going, despite the physical exhaustion of the long journey.
Upon reaching Nairobi, the group headed to State House, where they said they hoped their message of gratitude would reach the President.
They said even if they were not granted a direct meeting, the act itself was enough to show their appreciation and loyalty.
The youth said their walk was also meant to challenge fellow young people to support development and take part in building the country.
They urged leaders to continue investing in grassroots projects that directly touch the lives of ordinary citizens, especially in marginalized areas.
Residents from Baringo who followed the story said the gesture was unusual but meaningful.
Some said it reflected the desperation of young people to be heard, while others viewed it as a genuine show of support for development efforts in the region.