Ruto Forced to Abandon His Speech in Kisii After Heavy Rains

President William Ruto was forced to bring his address to an abrupt end after heavy rains disrupted his rally in Nyagesa, Kisii County, on Tuesday, November 10, just as he was criticising his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua.

The president had taken aim at Gachagua during his address, accusing him of spreading hatred and promoting divisive politics. However, the speech was interrupted when a heavy downpour hit the area, forcing Ruto to leave the stage before completing his remarks.

In a video circulating online, Ruto is heard referring to the former deputy president as a ‘hatemonger’ and ‘Mr Texas’ while questioning claims that residents had been paid to attend his meeting.

“Do you know that guy who spreads hatred? The hatemonger, AKA Mr Texas. He claims you were paid to attend this meeting. Did anyone pay you? Isn’t he useless?” Ruto posed to the crowd.

As the rain intensified, the president briefly addressed the gathering before bringing his speech to an end and departing from the venue.

The incident occurred during his tour of the Gusii region, where he was inspecting government development projects and seeking support ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Before the interruption, the Head of State had presided over several development activities in Bonchari Constituency.

He commissioned the Nyagesa-Rianyamanga Road and officially opened Nyankororo Primary School, a new learning facility constructed with support from Safaricom.

The school has 12 classrooms, with the government announcing plans to deploy 12 teachers in January 2027 when the institution is expected to admit its first learners.

Ruto also launched construction works on the Kenyoro SDA-Riana Market-Kerina Road, a 22-kilometre route expected to improve transport and access to markets in the area.

The road is intended to ease the movement of goods and create better opportunities for traders and businesses operating within the wider Kisii region.

His visit combined government project launches with political remarks directed at his critics, but the heavy rainfall brought his address to an unexpected conclusion.

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