Ruto Faces Unexpected ‘WANTAM’ Chants as Nyagesa Residents Make Their Feelings Known in Kisii

President William Ruto faced an unexpected political moment in Kisii after a section of Nyagesa residents reportedly shouted the slogan ‘WANTAM’ in his presence during a public engagement.

The slogan, which is commonly associated with calls for a one-term presidency, has become a political expression used by critics of the Head of State as the country gradually moves towards the 2027 General Election.

The incident comes at a politically sensitive time as Ruto continues his tour of the Gusii region, where he has been engaging residents and promoting his administration’s development agenda ahead of the next General Election.

The chants are likely to attract attention because Kisii has become an important political battleground as different leaders position themselves for the 2027 elections. Several opposition figures have been using the ‘WANTAM’ slogan to rally support against Ruto’s re-election bid.

During his ongoing Kisii tour, the President has also used public meetings to defend his administration’s record and challenge leaders opposed to his government.

On Tuesday, November 10, Ruto was in Bonchari Constituency, where he presided over the launch of the Kenyoro SDA-Riana Market-Kerina Road project. His visit also brought together several elected leaders and senior government officials.

The Nyagesa incident adds another moment to the growing political exchanges surrounding the President’s public engagements.

Although the chants came from a section of the gathering, rather than necessarily representing the position of all residents, the moment highlights the increasingly visible political contest surrounding Ruto’s leadership.

With the 2027 General Election approaching, such public reactions are likely to remain an important feature of the country’s political debate.

Carl001 feedback-opera-news-app@opera.com