President William Ruto has called on Kenyan youth to register as voters in large numbers ahead of the 2027 General Election, urging them to take charge of the nation’s future by choosing leaders based on performance and vision rather than political noise.
Speaking during a Sunday service at St. Mary’s AIPCA Church in Kathelwa, Meru County, Ruto stressed that while elections are crucial, leaders should prioritize service delivery instead of early campaigns.
“Elections will be held in 2027, and like before, they will be conducted in one day not two or more,” said the President. “Right now, what we need is work. Leaders must stop politicking from Monday to Sunday, January to December. That is what has made this country lag.”
The President was accompanied by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma, Senator Kathuri Murungi, and several Cabinet and Principal Secretaries, including Eric Muga (Water), Patrick Kilemi (Cooperatives), and Gitonga Mugambi (Forestry).
Ruto took aim at politicians engaging in premature campaigns, accusing them of neglecting their duties. He emphasized that leaders without a clear agenda, plan, or vision for Kenya should not be elected.
He highlighted progress under his administration, citing improvements in agriculture especially in maize, tea, and coffee alongside investments in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and housing through the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.
“What we have done is good, but it is not enough. We must up our game,” he noted, lamenting that Kenya still imports food worth over Sh500 billion annually despite vast agricultural potential.
The President urged unity and patriotism, warning that divisive politics and ethnic rivalries have hindered Kenya’s growth. “When the time comes, Kenyans will vote for those who have demonstrated they can deliver—not those who shout the loudest,” he concluded.
Deputy President Kindiki echoed his sentiments, urging Kenyans to reject leaders promoting division and fear. “The people of Meru are supporting you, Mr. President. Forget the naysayers,” he said.
