Methu: The only way to defeat Ruto is for each opposition chief to consolidate their backyards

Methu, a political figure, has criticized President William Ruto's suggestion to introduce buffaloes in Kenya in order to boost milk production. Methu questioned the President's idea during a rally for the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) on October 11, 2026, branding Ruto as "Ebola" and suggesting he should move on. Ruto's proposal to import buffalo and better camel breeds was announced at the Agriculture and Food Security Summit in Nairobi and aimed to tackle the milk shortage and rising prices.

The President directed Agriculture Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke to assist in the importation of these animals, citing India as a successful example of buffalo milk production. Ruto also highlighted the high price of camel milk in Nairobi, which was about Ksh190 per litre, three times the price of cow's milk, and called for the country to explore alternative dairy sources.

The proposal stems from declining milk deliveries and higher retail prices, with formal milk deliveries dropping from 84.4 million litres in June to 81.3 million litres in July 2026. The shortage has impacted consumers, especially in urban areas, who have faced higher milk prices and increased costs of living. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua also opposed Ruto's plan, suggesting that the government should focus on addressing issues within the existing dairy sector instead of introducing new livestock.