President William Ruto has downplayed the ongoing political chants of “Ruto must go,” describing them as recycled slogans that have long been used against leaders in Kenya’s political history.
Speaking on Saturday at Ramba High School in Siaya County during the burial service of George Oduor, the longtime bodyguard of ODM leader Raila Odinga, President Ruto said he was unfazed by the criticism.
“Sasa nyinyi mnaniambia Ruto must go, mimi nimeskia hiyo mara mingi. Kulikuwa na ‘Moi must go’ na mengine… hii ‘must go’ ni wimbo tu ya kawaida, there is no problem. Shida iko wapi?” he said.
The Head of State dismissed the chants as part of Kenya’s political tradition and asserted that he remains focused on fulfilling his responsibilities as president.
He added that despite being labeled with various nicknames online, he is committed to delivering on key development priorities.
“Mara wananiita Zakayo, mara Kasongo, mara nini… I am not bothered. I am focused,” Ruto remarked, reiterating his commitment to improving education, infrastructure, electrification, and devolution.
The President’s remarks come amid growing public discontent, reflected in recent protests and online campaigns criticizing the rising cost of living and governance issues. However, Ruto insisted such opposition is not new and will not distract him from his national agenda.
