President Ruto Attacked with a Shoe During Fiery Rally in Migori

President William Ruto’s rally in Kehancha, Migori County, descended into chaos on Sunday 04/05/2025 after an unidentified individual hurled a shoe toward the Head of State while he was addressing the crowd. Ruto was attacked while speaking.

The incident occurred while President Ruto was delivering a speech as part of his multi-county development tour in the Nyanza region. Eyewitnesses say the projectile narrowly missed him, landing just short of the podium. In a swift and coordinated response, the President’s security detail shielded him and swiftly apprehended the suspect.

According to police reports, the man behind the disturbance was immediately arrested and whisked away from the scene. Authorities have yet to release his identity or motives, but they indicated that he is currently in custody and undergoing interrogation.

Despite the disruption, President Ruto continued with his address, urging for peace and tolerance. “Such actions should not define our democracy. We must engage each other with respect even when we disagree,” he said.

The incident has drawn widespread reactions across the political spectrum. Supporters of the President have condemned the act as disrespectful and dangerous. This is while critics argue it reflects growing frustration among sections of the population over economic and political issues.

Police have since heightened security in the region, and investigations are ongoing to determine if the act was coordinated or a lone outburst. Meanwhile, President Ruto is expected to continue with his scheduled engagements in the neighboring counties over the weekend.

The rally, initially meant to drum up support for ongoing government projects and the bottom-up economic model. It has now drawn national attention due to the unexpected turn of events. Ruto attacked which seems wierd after MP Charles Were was killed in a targeted attack.