As Kenya approaches the 2027 General Election, President William Ruto has urged citizens to remain calm, stating that divine providence will determine the outcome. Speaking at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, the President addressed growing political tensions with a message of faith and reassurance.
“Relax, what God has planned will happen,” Ruto told the nation, emphasizing that the electoral process will remain peaceful, free, and fair regardless of political maneuvering. “We will vote for a peaceful election that is free and fair. No one can change what God has decided,” he declared.
The President’s comments come amid increasing speculation about his re-election prospects and mounting political pressure from opposition forces. However, Ruto maintained a philosophical stance, stating he would accept whatever outcome emerges. “If God decides I will serve a second term, I will. If God decides otherwise, it’s fine. Relax,” he said.
Addressing concerns about Kenya’s direction, Ruto dismissed negative media narratives, arguing that the country remains stable and progressive despite sensational headlines. He explained that news outlets prioritize negative stories because “bad news sells, but good news does not.”
“I have no doubt that it does not matter what anyone writes about Kenya going in the wrong direction,” Ruto stated. “Kenya is not, and will never be, a failed state. This country will never go in the wrong direction.”
The President highlighted that while crises dominate headlines, many Kenyans continue conducting business and making progress. “You won’t see good news in the headlines, but people still run their businesses,” he noted.
Ruto concluded by expressing gratitude for Kenya’s resilience over the past three years, stating, “We have many things to thank God for. God has shown grace to our nation.”
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