Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has allegedly broken his silence following threats made by President William Ruto’s aide, Farouk Kibet.
According to reports, the former Head of State spoke on Saturday morning and addressed the issue publicly for the first time.
In a statement, Uhuru strongly accused Farouk Kibet of disrespecting him and making false accusations that could mislead members of the public.
He said the remarks made against him were not only unfair but also damaging to his name and reputation.
The former president maintained that leaders should speak the truth and avoid spreading statements that may create tension among Kenyans.
Kenyatta further claimed that Farouk Kibet directly intimidated him and issued threats. He described the move as unfortunate and unnecessary, especially coming from a public official.
Uhuru said such behavior should not be tolerated in a democratic country like Kenya, where leaders are expected to respect one another despite political differences.
On the action he plans to take, Uhuru revealed that he will formally report Farouk Kibet to his boss, President William Ruto. He also called on Ruto to ensure that his aide apologizes over the alleged threats and remarks.
According to Uhuru, respect between leaders is important for the unity and stability of the country.
At the same time, Uhuru Kenyatta dismissed claims that he is financing opposition rallies to undermine President Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election.
He termed the allegations as baseless and asked Kenyans to ignore such sentiments from some leaders. He insisted that he remains committed to peace and the well-being of the nation.
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