President William Ruto has publicly questioned the motives behind the intensified opposition against his administration, wondering why similar resistance was not directed at his predecessors, Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta.
Speaking on Tuesday during the launch of an affordable housing project in Nairobi’s Kilimani area, Ruto expressed concern over what he described as unprecedented levels of hostility and political chaos facing his leadership.
“Hii fujo yote wananiletea ni ya nini? Mbona hawakuletea Uhuru, mbona hawakuletea Kibaki?” Ruto posed rhetorically, suggesting that the aggression aimed at his presidency is unusual and possibly driven by ulterior motives.
The President went on to call for unity and national cohesion, warning against tribalism, hatred, and arrogance that he said were threatening to divide the country. “We are all Kenyans and there is no Kenyan better than the other,” Ruto said, urging citizens to focus on constructive dialogue rather than confrontation.
He also issued a stern warning to those he accused of seeking regime change through unconstitutional means. “This country will not be destroyed by a few people who are impatient and who want a change of government using unconstitutional means. It is not going to happen,” he stated firmly.
Ruto’s remarks come amid mounting pressure from opposition leaders and sections of the public who have voiced concerns over the cost of living, government spending, and perceived lack of transparency. Recent weeks have seen mass protests and widespread dissent, especially among the youth, over controversial government policies.
Addressing his political opponents directly, Ruto encouraged them to embrace democratic processes. “If you believe you have better plans for Kenya, prepare your manifesto and present it to the Kenyan people in 2027,” he said, underscoring the importance of peaceful and lawful political competition.
As political tensions continue to simmer, President Ruto’s appeal for calm, unity, and respect for democratic institutions signals his desire to stabilise the nation while reaffirming his administration’s legitimacy and long-term agenda.
