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September 21, 2026
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2027: Ruto urges Kenyans not to elect 'a fool' as president

2027: Ruto urges Kenyans not to elect 'a fool' as president

President William Ruto has urged the country not to elect ‘’a fool’’ as president for the sake of development and growth of the country...

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President William Ruto has urged Kenyans not to elect 'a fool' as president in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections, emphasizing the critical role of leadership in national development.

  • Ruto stressed that electing the right leader is the difference between a country succeeding or failing.
  • The President made these remarks in New York while meeting Kenyans living abroad and attending the 81st United Nations General Assembly.
  • He also criticized opposition figures, calling those who advocate for abolishing initiatives like affordable housing 'fools' or 'idiots'.

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