Dr. Ekuru Aukot, the leader of Thirdway Alliance, criticized President William Ruto for his silence on contentious remarks made by members of his cabinet, particularly regarding police orders related to protests.

• Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen stated that "shoot-to-kill orders" had been sanctioned from a higher authority, which Aukot interpreted as a signal of presidential complicity.
• Aukot emphasized that leaders are prioritizing personal interests over the nation's welfare, describing the current political landscape as rife with “political conmanship.”
• He condemned limitations on public access to government institutions as unconstitutional, asserting that “A police station is a public place” and citizens should not be obstructed.