Outspoken advocate and political commentator Ndegwa Njiru has launched a scathing critique of President William Ruto, warning that the growing wave of discontent under the WANTAM movement poses a serious threat to his political hold on power.
In a fiery statement posted on his X account on Sunday, August 31, 2025, Njiru accused the president of being out of touch with the daily struggles of ordinary Kenyans. He claimed that Ruto’s speeches and assurances have lost meaning in the face of mounting economic hardship.
“Mr. William Ruto, if WANTAM were just a slogan, it wouldn’t rattle your sleep. Clearly, the people’s roar is louder than your empty morning declarations and self-worship,” Njiru wrote.
The WANTAM movement an acronym for “One Term” has quickly gained traction both online and in the streets. It has become a rallying cry for citizens frustrated with the high cost of living, rising unemployment, state impunity, and unmet campaign promises. For many, it symbolizes a growing belief that Ruto’s administration does not deserve re-election.
While allies of the ruling coalition have dismissed the movement as little more than opposition-driven propaganda, Njiru argued that the groundswell of anger it reflects is impossible to ignore.
“You can dismiss WANTAM, but you can’t dismiss a hungry people waiting for change at sunrise,” he warned, adding that the administration’s dismissive tone only serves to alienate an already restless population.
The movement’s momentum has been particularly visible among young Kenyans, who have been at the forefront of both online campaigns and street protests. Many view WANTAM not just as a political slogan, but as a reflection of their lived reality in a country grappling with economic strain.
Njiru’s bold remarks underscore a rising chorus of dissent from civil society leaders, opposition politicians, and grassroots activists, all of whom argue that the current regime has lost touch with the plight of the common mwananchi.
“You are done and dusted!” Njiru declared, echoing the sentiments of a growing movement that threatens to redefine Kenya’s political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.
