UDA Issues Stern Warning to Uhuru Kenyatta Over Criticism of President Ruto

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has strongly cautioned former President Uhuru Kenyatta over his continued public remarks targeting President William Ruto and his administration.

In a statement, the ruling party accused Uhuru of engaging in political commentary that it says risks undermining the government and fueling unnecessary political tension in the country.

UDA leaders argued that the former Head of State should refrain from making statements that could be interpreted as attempts to influence public opinion against the current leadership, insisting that such actions are inappropriate for a retired president.

The party defended President Ruto’s administration, pointing to ongoing government efforts in economic recovery, agriculture transformation, infrastructure development, and reforms aimed at stabilising the cost of living. It maintained that the government is focused on delivering its development agenda despite inherited economic challenges.

According to UDA, continued criticism from the former president distracts from national priorities and risks deepening political divisions at a time when unity is needed for development.

“The former president should allow the government to focus on service delivery without unnecessary political interference,” the statement read in part.

The remarks follow a series of recent public interventions by Uhuru Kenyatta in which he has questioned aspects of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s policies, particularly on taxation, governance, and the rising cost of living.

Uhuru, who remains active in political circles through the Jubilee Party, has in turn urged the government to listen to citizens’ concerns and address economic hardships facing ordinary Kenyans.