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HomeDaily NewsMonday, May 25, 2026Man Grabs Ruto's Shoulder During Rally in Kilifi County - May 2026
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Man Grabs Ruto's Shoulder During Rally in Kilifi County - May 2026

President William Ruto's security detail faced severe scrutiny after an unidentified man managed to walk onto the stage and grab the President's shoulder during a rally in Ganze, Kilifi County. This security breach has raised significant concerns about presidential security arrangements. In a related development, Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of allegedly inciting ethnic animosity, warning of a potential resurgence of violence similar to the 2007 post-election period. Separately, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga signaled a significant political shift for the Orange Democratic Movement, indicating the party will no longer engage in opposition politics but will instead work with President William Ruto's administration beyond 2027. Several Cabinet Secretaries and senior government officials are reportedly preparing for political comebacks in the upcoming 2027 General Election, signaling potential fragmentation within the current administration.

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Sleeping on the job?: Ruto's security detail caught unaware as man storms onto stage during Coast rally

Sleeping on the job?: Ruto's security detail caught unaware as man storms onto stage during Coast rally

President William Ruto's security detail faced severe scrutiny after an unidentified man managed to walk onto the stage and grab the President's shoulder during a rally in Ganze, Kilifi County.

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President William Ruto's security detail faced severe scrutiny after an unidentified man managed to walk onto the stage and grab the President's shoulder during a rally in Ganze, Kilifi County.

  • A man breached security and reached President William Ruto on stage.
  • The incident involved the President's security detail in Kilifi County.
  • The breach raises urgent questions about the effectiveness of the Head of State's inner security.
Monday 12:00 AMStandard PoliticsFirst

Ruto's security on the spot after man walks onto stage during Coast rally

Ruto's security on the spot after man walks onto stage during Coast rally

Concerns have been raised about President William Ruto's security following a breach during an event in Kilifi County.

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Concerns have been raised about President William Ruto's security following a breach during an event in Kilifi County.

  • An unidentified man managed to access the dais and grab the President's shoulder at Mnagoni Primary School in Bamba.
  • The incident involved President William Ruto and his security detail.
  • The breach occurred during a thanksgiving service in honour of PS Fikirini Jacobs.
Monday 12:00 AMStandard Politics

Cabinet secretaries, top officials plot political comeback in 2027

Cabinet secretaries, top officials plot political comeback in 2027

Several Cabinet Secretaries and senior government officials are reportedly preparing for political comebacks in the upcoming 2027 General Election, signaling a potential fragmentation within the current administration.

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Several Cabinet Secretaries and senior government officials are reportedly preparing for political comebacks in the upcoming 2027 General Election, signaling a potential fragmentation within the current administration.

  • Key individuals observed shifting focus to future political aspirations include Mining CS Hassan Joho.
  • The article highlights a growing trend of government officials strategizing for various electoral seats.
  • This political maneuvering comes as the country approaches the 2027 electoral cycle.
Monday 6:00 AMStandard Politics

ODM will stay in government beyond 2027, Wanga declares

ODM will stay in government beyond 2027, Wanga declares

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has signaled a significant political shift for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), indicating the party will no longer engage in opposition politics but will instead work with President William Ruto's administration.

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Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has signaled a significant political shift for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), indicating the party will no longer engage in opposition politics but will instead work with President William Ruto's administration.

  • The ODM has made a deliberate decision to collaborate with the government for the advancement of Kenyans' interests.
  • This announcement was made by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga during a fundraiser in Dandora, Nairobi County.
  • This move suggests a strategic alignment with the ruling party ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Monday 2:32 PMStandard Politics

Naivasha MP Kihara accuses Ruto, Omar of stoking ethnic hatred

Naivasha MP Kihara accuses Ruto, Omar of stoking ethnic hatred

Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara has accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of allegedly inciting ethnic animosity, warning of a potential resurgence of violence similar to the 2007 post-election period.

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Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara has accused President William Ruto and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar of allegedly inciting ethnic animosity, warning of a potential resurgence of violence similar to the 2007 post-election period.

  • The MP claims President Ruto made "reckless" remarks calling the Kikuyu community tribal.
  • Key individuals involved include MP Jayne Kihara, President William Ruto, and Hassan Omar.
  • Kihara alleges that recent violent fuel protests in the Mt Kenya region were sponsored to negatively portray the Kikuyu community.
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