While speaking at Kilimani Police Station in Nairobi on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, the president said enough is enough and dared his critics to try and overthrow him before the next General Election in 2027.
Ruto was inspecting a police housing project when he decided to speak out strongly about the rising protests and tensions in the country. He looked angry and frustrated, but also determined.
According to him, some individuals are trying to bring down his government through illegal and violent means — and he’s not going to allow it.
“Let them try! I dare those who think they can change this government through violence. Let them go ahead and see what happens,” Ruto said boldly.
“Kenya is a democratic country. We don’t choose leaders by force — we use the ballot.”
Since June 12, 2025, there have been widespread protests across the country. Many young people, especially from Generation Z, have been on the streets demanding change.
Some are angry about the high cost of living, taxes, and unemployment. While most of the protests have been peaceful, some turned violent, leading to destruction of property and loss of lives.
President Ruto believes that some of the violence is not accidental. He claims that there are powerful individuals sponsoring chaos, hoping it will weaken his leadership or push him out before the end of his term.
“Attacking a police station is not a protest — it is a declaration of war,” he said.
“We must protect our country, our people, and our democracy. I will not watch as criminals and political losers try to bring Kenya down.”
Ruto also questioned why his government is facing more resistance compared to past presidents.
“They never did this during Moi’s time. They didn’t do it to Kibaki or even Uhuru. So why now? What is different? This must stop,” Ruto said, visibly upset.
He said that while every Kenyan has the right to protest peacefully, no one has the right to loot, burn businesses, or attack security officers. He warned that anyone found breaking the law will face the full force of justice.
The president also promised to go after those who are funding the unrest. He said investigations are ongoing and some arrests will be made soon.
“We know who is sponsoring the violence. We are not guessing. They will face the law. If you are using young people to push your political agenda through chaos, we are coming for you,” he warned.
He also told Kenyans not to be misled by leaders who pretend to care, yet are using the protests to gain political power.
President Ruto’s tough remarks have received mixed reactions across the country. Some Kenyans, especially those supporting the Kenya Kwanza government, praised his boldness and called on the youth to stay calm and respect the rule of law.
Others, however, feel that the president is ignoring the real issues Kenyans are facing — like joblessness, expensive food, and high taxes. Some say his angry tone may only make the situation worse.
On social media, the hashtag #I_Dare_You started trending shortly after his speech, with thousands of Kenyans sharing their thoughts.
Some asked the president to listen more and talk less. Others accused him of using threats instead of dialogue.
Despite the strong warning, President Ruto also said he is open to listening to genuine concerns — but only through peaceful means.
He reminded Kenyans that democracy allows them to vote for change, not to fight for it in the streets.
He said his government is working on improving the economy, creating jobs, and building better infrastructure like police housing.
“Kenyans gave me the job through the ballot. If they want to take it away, they will do so in 2027 — not through violence,” he said.
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