Kenya: Ruto to Uhuru - You're a Conman, Retire
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has renewed his attack on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of betraying their political agreement and misleading other leaders as tensions build ahead of the 2027 elections.
NAIROBI, Kenya – In a heated exchange on the second day of his North Rift development tour, President William Ruto delivered a scathing accusation against retired President Uhuru Kenyatta. Ruto alleged that Uhuru had betrayed their political agreement by misleading other leaders, including Raila Odinga and Kalonzo Musyoka, and abandoning him during the 2022 presidential race.
The president, who won the 2022 election, urged Uhuru to retire, stating, "My friend, please, retire. Stop the con artistry." Ruto also criticized Uhuru's alleged political involvement with other leaders seeking to challenge the current administration. The president defended his administration's performance, citing improvements in education, the economy, housing, and healthcare since taking office.
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