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Originally published by Nation Newstop
March 30, 2026
6h ago
General without an army? Ruto’s allies face backlash in Mt Kenya

Political pundits warn that the 87pc dominance enjoyed by Ruto in 2022 is at risk due to "toxic" messaging...
✨ Key Highlights
President Ruto's allies in Mt Kenya faced public backlash and heckling during a visit to Kiambu County, exposing rising constituent unrest ahead of the 2027 elections.
- Key President Ruto loyalists, including National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa, were reportedly heckled.
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua made remarks suggesting he instructed residents to demand development funds in exchange for tolerating Ruto's rallies and to vote out "traitors."
- Analysts suggest this backlash could erode President Ruto's political dominance in the Mt Kenya region, which was crucial to his 2022 victory.
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