"Hatuna Imani" Big Blow To Ruto's 2027 Presidential Bid After Nakuru Residents Say They've No Confidence In Him

A growing number of Nakuru County residents have expressed their disappointment with President William Ruto’s administration. 

According to some residents, the promises he made during his 2022 campaign remain unfulfilled, leading to frustrations and doubts about his leadership.

Speaking on Thursday, November 21, some citizens openly declared their intention to oppose Ruto’s re-election in 2027. 

They cited the rising cost of living and unaddressed economic challenges as reasons for their dissatisfaction. 

A visibly upset resident questioned the president's ability to make new promises when previous ones had not been fulfilled. 

"Ruto, the trust of Kenyans in you has completely vanished. What will you tell people in 2027 when you come to campaign again?" he asked.

Another resident criticized the Kenya Kwanza government for failing to address the struggles of ordinary citizens, including Mama Mboga (small-scale vegetable sellers) and boda boda operators.

 These groups were among the key supporters of Ruto’s 2022 campaign. 

The resident highlighted how difficult it has become for ordinary people to make ends meet, saying, "Even getting KSh 200 is a problem now."

Residents also accused Members of Parliament of shielding the president from the truth by falsely portraying the economy as stable. 

They argued that the government is out of touch with the realities facing common citizens. 

This disconnect has further widened the gap between the administration and the people it promised to serve.

In addition to the frustrations voiced in Nakuru, political analyst and lawyer Miguna Miguna shared his perspective on the president’s declining popularity. 

Miguna noted that Ruto’s efforts to win support from opposition strongholds, such as Nyanza and Western regions, might not succeed. 

He also pointed to the cold reception Ruto received during Bishop Peter Kimani’s ordination ceremony in Embu as evidence of his fading support.

As the 2027 General Election approaches, it appears that President Ruto will face significant challenges in convincing Kenyans to give him a second term. 

Many believe that his administration needs to urgently address economic hardships and rebuild public trust to secure the confidence of the electorate.