President William Ruto has taken a swipe at his critics and 2027 challengers, declaring that the next general election will not be shaped by tribal politics, anger, or hate speech.
Speaking in Rongo, Homa Bay County, on Sunday, Ruto urged his opponents to present a clear and constructive agenda, rather than relying on divisive tactics.
“They must not think they will sell us anger, tribalism, hatred, and divisions. These will not be the determinants of the next election,” the President stated.
He reiterated that Kenyans will evaluate candidates based on their development plans and track records — not ethnicity or emotional appeals.
“You are the ones to decide who becomes MCA, MP, Senator, Governor, and President — not based on appearances, but on development plans for roads, electricity, water, and more,” Ruto told the crowd.
His remarks came a day after opposition figures, including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, DAP-K’s Eugene Wamalwa, former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, and PLP’s Martha Karua, met at the home of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to strategise on unseating Ruto in 2027.
Challenging their alliance, Ruto urged them to articulate policies on agriculture, jobs, infrastructure, and basic services, instead of “preaching hatred and tribalism.”
“I want to ask our competitors to start crafting a real agenda. Hatred, fear, and divisions will not help them,” he said.
Ruto maintained that his focus remains on service delivery, adding that when 2027 comes, voters will decide based on leadership performance.
“Right now, we are working for the people. When elections come, those who win will serve Kenyans, and those who lose will head back to the farm,” he said.
“When the time comes, we’ll face our opponents at the ballot, and Kenyans will choose,” Ruto added.
