Kalonzo Hits Back At Ruto For Claiming Opposition Has No Plan

Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has responded sharply to President William Ruto’s recent assertion that the Opposition lacks a clear plan for leading Kenya. In a statement released on Wednesday, July 23, Musyoka countered Ruto’s claims that the Opposition is merely clinging to the “Ruto Must Go” slogan without offering any tangible development agenda for the nation.

On Wednesday, President Ruto had intensified his criticism, claiming that individuals pushing for his removal from office are part of what he termed the “wash wash” gang – a derogatory reference to fraudsters and con artists with no genuine plan for the country. Speaking during the Talanta Bell-Ringing ceremony at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), Ruto stated that his administration’s critics are adept at slogans but have failed to propose concrete solutions to Kenya’s pressing challenges.

“I hear some people say ‘Ruto must go’, and that is fine – my time will come like those who came before me. But what is your plan when I go?” the President posed, directly challenging his detractors to present alternative ideas if they genuinely believe the country is on the wrong path. “It is okay if you do not agree with my policies, but please provide us with your counterplan,” Ruto stated.

Man With A Plan

However, Kalonzo Musyoka, while revealing he is currently out of the country for “strategic planning,” asserted that he will present his plan for Kenya to Kenyans for review, and not to Ruto. Even so, he reiterated that the immediate and primary agenda remains for Ruto to serve only one term, aiming for his ouster in the 2027 General Elections.

“I’m currently out of the country for strategic planning for a better Kenya. I will make my plan for Kenya for Kenyans to review, not Ruto. Agenda No. 1 is Ruto Must Go,” Musyoka firmly declared.

Ruto had further mocked what he called empty opposition rhetoric, likening it to fraudulent schemes.

“The more I listen, the more it sounds like sloganeering without a plan. They are saying, ‘Let Ruto go, and we will figure out the plan later.’ That sounds like wash wash conmanship,” he added, directly challenging opposition leaders. “If you truly have a better economic, education, health, or jobs plan, you should be bold enough to table it.”

Despite the massive popularity slogans such as ‘Ruto Must Go’ and ‘Wantam’ have garnered over the past few months, a new dynamic has emerged in Kenyans’ assessment of opposition leaders like Kalonzo, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i. There is now a heightened scrutiny on what these leaders plan to do if they were to ascend to power. This shift in public expectation is particularly notable after the emergence of Chief Justice David Maraga, who, many have observed, is actively presenting his detailed plan for the country should he be elected, even as he seeks public support and funding.

Despite this evolving political landscape, Kalonzo and his allies have steadfastly reiterated that their ultimate goal remains to oust Ruto via the ballot box. They continue to argue that his administration’s policies, such as the contentious housing levy and the Social Health Authority (SHA), along with perceived oppressive tactics, are actively driving the nation backwards.