Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga has openly criticized President William Ruto's approach to addressing the country's challenges.
Kahiga, a staunch ally of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has called for a more decisive and responsive leadership, one that aligns with the demands of Kenya’s youth.
Speaking with a blend of respect and urgency, Governor Kahiga expressed deep concern over the advice President Ruto is receiving from his inner circle.
"With a lot of humility and respect, I address my president, William Ruto, and tell him that there are men and women around you who you could be calling advisers, but you are in the hole you are today because of the misadvice they have given you," he stated.
Kahiga's remarks come at a time when the nation is grappling with socio-economic issues and political unrest occasioned by Gen Z.
The county boss urged President Ruto to take a step back and reassess the current state of the nation.
"A wise man wakes one morning, has a retrospection on himself, and sees the way things are. It does not matter who is close to you. In politics, it is your skin that matters, and this is a nation whose existence and survival are in your hands," he added.
The governor emphasized the importance of decisive action, stressing that the promises made by President Ruto during his campaign would not be realized in the current political atmosphere.
"You made so many promises, but they will not be achieved in this political atmosphere," Kahiga noted.
Reflecting on the voices of Kenya’s youth, Kahiga highlighted that the demands of Gen Z should be at the forefront of any political strategy going forward.
"The Gen Zs have made their demands clear. You engaged with them, and they told you what they wanted. None of their demands was to put up a 150-member team to negotiate," he pointed out.
"If they tell you to reorganize your cabinet, please do it. If they say sack it, do it. There are 50 million Kenyans who can fit in those offices."
Kahiga's passionate plea underscores a growing sentiment among Kenyans who feel that the current administration is out of touch with the needs of Kenyans.
He warned that continued disconnection from reality could have severe consequences for the nation.
"If you continue moving away from reality, it will hit us hard. You have a golden opportunity, this is a defining moment. Think about the nation and do the best you can," he urged.
Governor Kahiga’s address is a clarion call for President Ruto to re-evaluate his leadership approach and take bold steps to align his administration with the aspirations of Kenya's youth.
