Kabando: Ruto has violated every article on integrity in the constitution
By Faith Lagat, July 11, 2025Former Mukurweini MP Kabando Wa Kabando has launched a fierce attack on President William Ruto, accusing him of violating the Constitution and lacking the integrity and competence expected of a head of state.
Speaking during an interview on K24 TV on Friday, July 11, 2025, in the wake of Ruto’s controversial remarks on ongoing protests, Kabando said the president has failed to uphold constitutional values.
“President Ruto has violated and abused every article of the Constitution that addresses integrity and competence. He lies to Kenyans and misleads people who come to visit Kenya,” he charged.
Kabando’s comments add to a growing chorus of criticism over Ruto’s leadership style, especially amid public unrest and dissatisfaction with governance.
The order, issued on July 9, 2025, came at the height of the Sabasaba protests, which erupted after the death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody. Ruto had instructed law enforcement to shoot anyone found attacking businesses “in the leg,” a statement that has triggered public uproar and legal concerns.
“Anyone burning down someone else’s business and property should be shot in the legs so that they will pass through the hospital as they go to court. They (the police) should not kill them, but they should hit them and break their legs,” a visibly angry Ruto said while speaking in Nairobi on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
Drawing comparisons with previous administrations, Kabando claimed Ruto falls short in statesmanship. “When you compare the leadership of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, Moi, Mwai Kibaki, and Uhuru Kenyatta, none can be likened to William Ruto. They may have made many mistakes, but you could never accuse them of political immaturity,” he said.
He went on to suggest that Ruto’s conduct in office lacks the restraint and constitutional discipline demonstrated by his predecessors. “There’s a level of decorum we expect from those occupying the highest office. What we are witnessing now is a total departure from that tradition,” Kabando added.
Kabando also criticised Ruto’s previous role in government, saying he was deeply involved in key decisions during his decade-long tenure as deputy president. “He was largely running the government. He was responsible for most public appointments,” he said, implying that current governance challenges have roots in that period.
His remarks come amid heightened political tension, with recent protests drawing attention to police conduct, economic hardships, and questions of accountability. Ruto’s tough stance on protesters has only intensified public debate.
Kabando’s statements highlight mounting concerns over the president’s handling of dissent, governance, and adherence to constitutional mandates.
As the country grapples with political unrest, Kabando’s rebuke could intensify calls for reform and inject new urgency into discussions around leadership accountability and constitutional fidelity.