As Kenya heads toward the 2027 General Election, President William Ruto has urged citizens to stay calm, declaring that God will ultimately determine the outcome. Speaking at the National Prayer Breakfast, Ruto emphasized that the electoral process will remain peaceful, free, and fair.
“Relax, what God has planned will happen,” the President told the nation. “We will vote for a peaceful election that is free and fair. No one can change what God has decided.” His remarks come amid rising political tensions as various candidates position themselves for the upcoming vote.
When asked about his re-election chances, Ruto displayed a philosophical stance: “If God decides I will serve a second term, I will. If God decides otherwise, it’s fine. Relax.” This message appears designed to lower the political temperature and reassure Kenyans worried about potential electoral violence.
The President also pushed back against negative media narratives, arguing that Kenya remains stable despite critical headlines. “I once asked a journalist friend why it is rare to find a positive story in the media. My friend told me that bad news sells, but good news does not,” Ruto explained.
He insisted that Kenya “is not, and will never be, a failed state,” rejecting concerns about instability. “I don’t care how many headlines claim Kenya goes in the wrong direction. This country will never go in the wrong direction,” he declared.
Ruto’s spiritual framing of the 2027 election reflects his effort to position himself above political fray while maintaining confidence in democratic processes. Read the full story at Nairobi Wire (https://nairobiwire.com/2026/05/ruto-2027-election-god-will-decide-kenya-calm.html).
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