Ruto’s Interview Sparks Outrage as Kenyans Slam His Remarks

President William Ruto’s recent interview has ignited a firestorm of reactions on social media, with many Kenyans expressing frustration, skepticism, and outright disbelief over his statements.

Ruto Denies Undermining Gachagua

A major talking point was Ruto’s insistence that he had no role in Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s political troubles, claiming that only Parliament holds the power to remove a sitting leader. However, many Kenyans were unconvinced, accusing the president of dishonesty.

One user sarcastically noted, “I love how Nyokabi is smiling—like, ‘You’re really a good liar.’” Others directly accused Ruto of betrayal, with one commenting, “Dear President, stop going in circles. You orchestrated Gachagua’s downfall. God is watching.”

Fact-Checking Ruto’s Claims

Another source of public outrage was Ruto’s assertion that his administration completed Karatina Market—despite the fact that former President Uhuru Kenyatta inaugurated it in 2018.

Social media users quickly called him out for alleged revisionist history. One netizen wrote, “2018—Uhuru opens Karatina Market. 2025—Ruto opens Karatina Market again.