Passaris questioned the basis of Uhuru's position, arguing that despite his status as a former Head of State, he had not provided convincing reasons to justify his demand.
Her remarks have added a fresh twist to the political debate ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking on Thursday, November 12, 2026, Passaris said she continued to respect Uhuru as a statesman but was concerned about the message he was sending to opposition leaders.
She suggested that asking politicians to work together against an elected President should be accompanied by clear explanations of why such a change was necessary.
“I look at Uhuru Kenyatta as the statesman that he was, and hear him telling the opposition to unite, to remove Ruto from power.
But he has not come out with any tangible reasons as to why Ruto should be removed,” Passaris said.
Her comments followed Uhuru's remarks at a funeral service for his cousin, Beatrice Wambui Muturi, at PCEA Nairobi West Church on November 11.
During the gathering, the former President urged opposition leaders, including Rigathi Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka and Eugene Wamalwa, to put aside their individual presidential ambitions and agree on a common candidate.
He argued that Kenyans were waiting for the opposition to resolve its differences and present a united front against the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Uhuru's intervention also attracted a response from President Ruto, who accused his predecessor of abandoning his statesman role to become a political broker.
The exchange has brought renewed attention to the relationship between the two former political allies as leaders position themselves ahead of the next election.
Passaris' remarks have now introduced another perspective into the debate, raising questions about the reasons behind Uhuru's opposition to Ruto and the arguments being presented to Kenyans.
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