President William Ruto has hit back at former President Uhuru Kenyatta following his remarks suggesting that Kenyans have already made up their minds to support the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a political rally in Kisii County on Wednesday, November 11, Ruto dismissed Uhuru's assessment of the country's political mood, questioning the people the former Head of State had been listening to.
The President used the opportunity to challenge Uhuru to seek opinions from Kenyans who are actively involved in different economic activities instead of relying on conversations at drinking places.
"Wewe ile umesikia huko kwa pombe ni ya watu ambao hawana mpango," Ruto said while responding to his predecessor.
He further urged Uhuru to speak to farmers, teachers, businesspeople and other working Kenyans to understand their views about the country's leadership and direction.
The exchange followed Uhuru's earlier remarks during a requiem mass for his cousin, Beatrice Wambui Muturi, at PCEA Nairobi West Church in Lang'ata.
During the Wednesday service, the retired President said Kenyans were waiting for opposition leaders to put aside their political differences and unite ahead of the next General Election.
He specifically mentioned Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa, urging them to agree on a common political direction.
Uhuru maintained that the biggest challenge facing the opposition was the lack of unity among its leaders rather than a shortage of public support.
Ruto, however, questioned the opposition's ability to govern the country, pointing to the prolonged disagreements over who should lead the coalition in the 2027 presidential contest.
He also challenged opposition leaders to settle on their preferred presidential candidate, saying his camp was prepared to face whoever emerges.
The latest exchange has added to the growing political rivalry between the two former allies as leaders position themselves ahead of the August 2027 General Election.
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