Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri has issued a stern warning against actions that could destabilize the country.
According to Nation, speaking at the National Intelligence and Research University in Nairobi during a public lecture, Kahariri emphasized that while Kenyans have a right to express themselves, it must be done within constitutional limits.
“Even as people exercise their rights, we should be within limits so that we don’t tear our country apart. As the military, our core value is that we are apolitical. We don’t support any political camp—we defend the Constitution and the government of the day,”
On the calls for a regime change, Gen. Kahariri stated that it can only happen through constitutional means.
“So when some people say they are tired with this government, a government they elected on their own and say ‘must go, that ‘must go’ must be done according to the Constitution.”
His remarks come as crowds at public gatherings and social events have increasingly erupted into “Ruto Must Go” chants, signaling growing discontent with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
The most recent incident occurred during the Harambee Stars vs Gabon match at Nyayo Stadium, where President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga were in attendance.
Authorities have interpreted these chants as an attempt to undermine the government.
National Intelligence Service Noordin Haji also weighed in, warning that divisive politics, fueled by social media, is threatening national cohesion.
“Divisive politics has found new breeding ground on our social media platforms. This is polarising our people and undermining national cohesion, yet national cohesion goes hand-in-hand with national security and national interest,”
Meanwhile, LSK President Faith Odhiambo called on security agencies to remain neutral, warning against any attempts to suppress political expression.
While Ruto has previously dismissed these chants as “hooliganism” and the work of “enemies of progress,” political analysts argue that the chants reflect a genuine hush revolt—one that the government cannot afford to ignore.
The question remains: Can Ruto contain the growing wave of discontent before it hurts his scorecard and second term bid?
