A furious President William Ruto on Wednesday pledged to take strong action against those seeking to unseat him through unconstitutional means. Speaking at Kilimani Police Station after inspecting a police housing project, Ruto made it clear that he would not allow any form of violence to remove him from office.
He challenged anyone planning such actions to do so before the 2027 General Election, saying that his patience had run out and “enough is enough.” “Let those thinking they can change this government using violence and unlawful methods before 2027 try it,” he said, his anger palpable.
“This is a democratic nation, and Kenyans will decide their leadership through the ballot, not through violence. That will not happen here.”
The president also fired back at his critics, questioning why his government was being violently challenged when his predecessors faced no such opposition. “They talk about Moi, Kibaki, and Uhuru—each was president, so why is this happening now? It’s nonsense!” he said.
“Why didn’t they cause chaos during Kibaki’s or Uhuru’s time? Why now? This needs to stop.”
Ruto insisted that he would use every available means to ensure the country’s security and bring those behind the violence to justice. “Anyone caught looting businesses will face the full force of the law, and we are going after those funding them,” he declared.
He also warned that any attack on a police station would be treated as an act of war. “Enough is enough,” Ruto said. “I will protect the lives and property of Kenyans.”
This comes in the wake of widespread protests that began on June 12, 2025, which have led to the destruction of businesses, the infiltration of politically motivated groups, and the deaths of both protesters and innocent civilians.
