President William Ruto has downplayed the significance of the viral 'Ruto Must Go' chants and songs, terming them as nothing new in Kenya’s political landscape.
Speaking during the burial of George Odour, the former bodyguard of ODM leader Raila Odinga, in Siaya County, Ruto brushed off the sentiments, saying such slogans have existed in the past and do not worry him.
"Kulikuwa na Moi must go, kulikuwa na mwingine must go na mwingine tena must go… hii tu ni wimbo ya kawaida, there is no problem," Ruto said, adding that he remains unfazed by the wave of political criticism.
(There was Moi, the second president- must go and another also must go. This is just a usual song)
Addressing the names and labels he’s often given by critics, the president maintained a calm demeanor.
“Mara wananiita Zakayo, mara Kasongo, mara nini. I am not bothered. I am focused: we must get our education right; we must get our electrification right; we must get our infrastructure right; and we must handle devolution properly so that we can all move the country forward. And I welcome any assistance so that we can make Kenya great; that is my mission and commitment,” he said.
Ruto emphasised his commitment to national development and unity, extending an olive branch to leaders from across the political divide.
"We must get education right, and I am very proud of what we have achieved so far. We must get electrification right, we must get infrastructure right, and we must handle devolution properly," he said.
The President also called on leaders and citizens alike to focus on issues that will uplift the country rather than be sidetracked by political noise.
ODM leader Raila Odinga, among several other leaders from the political divide, were also present during the event.
Oduor died after a short illness.
