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Kalonzo: We stand in unison to tell Ruto, ‘Leave Uhuru alone’

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has told President William Ruto to leave retired President Uhuru Kenyatta alone, saying the former Head of State should be allowed to continue playing a role in regional peace efforts. Speaking during the burial of Martha Karua’s father in Kirinyaga on Saturday, October 3, 2026, Kalonzo also recalled his […]

Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front, has urged President William Ruto to leave retired President Uhuru Kenyatta alone, allowing him to continue his role in regional peace efforts. Speaking at the burial of Martha Karua's father in Kirinyaga on Saturday, Kalonzo stated, "We stand in unison telling Mr Ruto, 'Leave Bwana Uhuru Kenyatta alone'.

This is a fact. We cannot, and he doesn't have to defend himself." The two have previously served together under Kibaki, recalling how they attempted to make Martha Karua Deputy President. Kalonzo emphasized that Uhuru's integrity and leadership should not be questioned, stating, "But now, there is no place to really bring into question the integrity and the leadership role and what he has to do as the fourth president of the republic."

He further urged Uhuru to continue his regional peace initiatives, noting that his experience as a former Head of State could prove valuable in resolving conflicts in neighboring countries. Uhuru Kenyatta, during the same burial, told critics to stop attacking him, asserting that he has no personal political ambition and is content with his past achievements.

He emphasized that those targeting him were wasting their time on someone who is not seeking political rewards.

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