Ndindi Nyoro called for respect and restraint in presidential remarks.
The Kiharu MP calls for restraint in presidential remarks and urges voters to help choose the opposition’s 2027 flagbearer.
Nyoro urges Ruto to exercise restraint in his public remarks, saying the presidency demands dignity and respect for other leaders. The Kiharu MP criticised President William Ruto’s language towards retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Ndindi Nyoro, the People’s Party of Kenya leader, spoke during a pastors’ ordination ceremony at Born Again Evangelism Church in Ruai.
Nyoro urges Ruto to show respect
Nyoro accused Ruto of disrespecting Kenyatta while serving as his deputy, saying the conduct worsened after he became president. He urged the Head of State to consider how his words affect other leaders and the country.
He also asked Ruto to accord Kenyatta the respect he would want after leaving office. Nyoro framed that appeal around his expectation of a leadership change following the 2027 general elections.
Meanwhile, he defended Gachagua’s right to pursue political activities without facing insults or abusive language from the president. Nyoro similarly called for restraint towards younger leaders, arguing that political differences should not turn into personal attacks.
Voters urged to shape opposition’s 2027 choice
Turning to the presidential race, Nyoro urged Kenyans to help determine who should carry the opposition’s flag in 2027. He said opposition leaders should not make that decision alone, calling instead for active participation by voters.
He also asked Kenyans to assess prospective leaders through their leadership qualities, past performance and records in public office. His appeal placed voters at the centre of choosing the opposition’s challenger to Ruto.
Nyoro maintained that Kenyans already wanted a change in national leadership. He also assured them that the opposition would unite behind one presidential candidate to challenge Ruto in the next general election.
