Kenya’s Charity Ngilu Waiguru backs Ruto, attacks opposition leaders

On 2026-05-07, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru publicly backed President William Ruto during remarks at her headquarters in Kutus, Kirinyaga County. She urged residents to stay aligned with the Kenya Kwanza government and framed the 2027 election as a loyalty test for the Mt Kenya region. She also criticized opposition leaders as inconsistent and lacking a credible agenda.