Fixing systemic governance and judicial mishaps might be the only thing that will save President William Ruto.
Lawyer Ahmednassir Abdullahi,.. aka as Grand Mullah, has articulated an urgent plea for transformative changes within the judiciary, drawing stark attention to the looming 2027 elections.
In Abdullahi’s view, the current moment presents an unprecedented opportunity for Ruto’s government to establish a robust legacy.
He suggests that the removal of Chief Justice Martha Koome and a sweeping overhaul of the Supreme Court should be viewed as “low-hanging fruits”—easy targets amidst an array of significant challenges.
This bold surgery is critical for shaping the political narrative leading up to 2027. The question that lingers is: If Ruto’s administration fails to act decisively now, what credible achievements can he present to the electorate in three years?
Abdullahi raises legitimate concerns regarding the administration’s ability to address pressing economic challenges.
Citing inflation rates and the price of essential goods, he underscores that achievements in infrastructure development alone—such as roads, dams, and hospitals—will likely not resonate with voters if the economy falters.
Instead, Kenyans will demand accountability and results from the leadership between 2022 and 2027 that go beyond mere promises.
The call for a “Bolshevik bloodletting” against corruption, which advocates for a thorough cleansing of the government apparatus to rid it of corrupt officials, resonates with a populace weary of a political elite seemingly insulated from the consequences of their actions.
Abdullahi’s envisioned purge—targeting cabinet secretaries, principal secretaries, judges, governors, and parastatal heads—underscores a growing frustration among citizens who feel betrayed by a system that repeatedly fails to uphold justice and accountability.
As Abdullahi aptly points out, the administration’s ability to effectively combat corruption will play a pivotal role in shaping public sentiment leading up to the next elections.
For President Ruto and his government, the task at hand is clear: the time for half-measures has passed.
The window for impactful change is rapidly closing, and failure to act decisively could jeopardize both their political future and the faith of the Kenyan people in their leaders.
The question remains: will this administration rise to the occasion? The clock is ticking.
