Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged Kenyans dissatisfied with President William Ruto’s administration to stay away from the planned June 25 demonstrations and instead channel their frustrations through the ballot in the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a public address, Gachagua acknowledged the growing public discontent over the government’s performance but cautioned against taking to the streets, saying protests could lead to loss of lives and destruction of property.
“I understand the anger and frustration that many Kenyans have with this administration, but I urge you to stay at home on June 25. Do not go to the streets,” Gachagua said.
Gachagwa on 25th june planned protest
The former deputy president encouraged citizens to wait until the 2027 General Election, arguing that the ballot remains the most powerful democratic tool for effecting change. He urged voters to use the election to express their dissatisfaction with the current administration.
Gachagua further stated that Kenyans have an opportunity to make President William Ruto a “one-term president” through the ballot, emphasizing that political change should be achieved through peaceful and constitutional means.
His remarks come amid calls for nationwide demonstrations by sections of Gen Z activists and civil society groups to commemorate the June 2024 anti-government protests and to press for accountability and reforms.
The planned June 25 protests have generated mixed reactions from political leaders, with some supporting the demonstrations as a constitutional right while others have called for restraint and peaceful engagement.
Gachagua maintained that elections, rather than street protests, offer a lasting and democratic solution to the country’s political and economic grievances.