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."