“Not Me, Ask the Police!” – President Ruto Shifts Blame Amid Abduction Queries
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to direct their concerns over recent abductions to the Inspector General of Police and the National Police Service (NPS), emphasizing that the government does not interfere with police operations.
Speaking at the burial of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula’s mother, the President reiterated the need for independent investigations:
“The National Police Service, being an independent body, is able to conduct investigations. The government only focuses on issuing policy directives.”
Ruto also called for fairness in the application of the law, urging the youth to exercise responsibility, especially on social media.
“The law should not apply selectively to keep everybody on the right side of the law,” he added.
The President dismissed criticism from his detractors with a jab:
“Wengine wanasema Kasongo sijui Zakayo…”
Heated Exchanges at the Burial
The event witnessed political drama as Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya criticized the government’s handling of abductions, stating:
“For a leader to stand here and say there are no abductions, it’s unfortunate.”
His remarks drew sharp rebuke from Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, who fired back:
“You were a Regional Commissioner the other day when there were abductions…”
The exchange underscored the ongoing political rivalry in Western Kenya, with President Ruto appearing to take a swipe at Natembeya’s comments.
“Kuna wengine wanafanya siasa za kugawanya watu,” he remarked.
Questions Linger
As public outcry over the abductions of six youths grows, state agencies remain silent on their whereabouts, fueling frustration and calls for accountability
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“Not Me, Ask the Police!” – President Ruto Shifts Blame Amid Abduction Queries
