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Originally published by Standard Politicspolitics
July 23, 2025
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What's your plan? Ruto hits out at opponents over 'washwash-style' deception

President William Ruto has castigated opponents plotting to unseat him in the next election for propagating ‘empty’ slogans such as ‘Ruto Must Go’ and ‘Wantam”...
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President William Ruto criticized his opponents for their lack of clear policy alternatives while calling for his ousting during a speech on July 23, 2025, at the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
- The President labeled the opposition's slogan “Ruto Must Go” as mere deception, likening it to a “washwash conmanship.”
- Ruto challenged critics to provide a detailed counter plan addressing key issues like the economy and education instead of vague demands for his removal.
- He also addressed remarks from retired Chief Justice David Maraga, questioning his credibility to lead a country he described as a "failed state."
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