The debate emerged after Ruto’s statements in Nyandarua County, where he accused certain judges of being bribed to undermine his administration's efforts and vowed to confront them.
Amollo suggested that Ruto might manipulate the 2027 elections to secure a second term and might ignore court orders if they go against him.
In response, Keter strongly refuted these claims, arguing that Ruto would not be able to rig the elections due to the expected large margin by which he would lose.
Keter believes that the Kenyan public is united against Ruto and will decisively reject his leadership.
Keter asserted, “The Kenyan people have come together in their disapproval of his government. They are ready to vote against the falsehoods, corruption, and ineffective policies that Ruto has promoted. The margin of defeat will be substantial, and he will face a significant loss. The upcoming election will be a clear rejection of his administration’s failures.”
This confrontation comes amid ongoing debates about the integrity of Kenya’s judiciary. Ruto’s recent comments have been seen by some as a direct challenge to the judiciary, with the president accusing certain judges of corruption and promising to deal with them.
His remarks have sparked concerns about whether he might undermine judicial independence if he feels it threatens his administration.
However, Kenya Kwanza Alliance officials have defended Ruto, insisting that the president is committed to upholding the judiciary's independence.
They argue that while Ruto acknowledges the presence of dishonest judges, he remains dedicated to respecting court orders and the rule of law.
The alliance emphasizes that Ruto’s goal is not to challenge the judiciary’s authority but to address specific issues within it to ensure fair governance.
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