Ruto Finally Breaks Silence After Chaotic Scenes at Event He Attended in Narok, Sends This Message

President William Ruto has finally spoken about the violence that marred the Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival in Narok, calling it a poor reflection on the country and asking politicians to calm their supporters.

The details have emerged from Standard Digital, which reported on its verified Facebook page. President Ruto has made the remarks during a church event on Sunday, the second day of his visit to Narok.

According to the outlet, he said that the violence, which left scores of people injured, was not a good show for Kenya.

He urged political leaders to rein in and calm their supporters. The post has so far drawn a handful of reactions and one comment, though its reach is expected to grow.

The remarks appear to be the first time the President has directly addressed the unrest.

On Saturday, he spoke to the Maa community at Sekenani Gate about the Kilgoris airport, Magadi land and the opposition, and warned people against being led by those with hidden agendas, without referring to the clashes, according to Citizen TV Kenya and KTN News Kenya.

The violence unfolded on Saturday. Citizen TV Kenya reported a fierce clash between rival groups, and a newspaper account said stones and rungus flew about 500 metres from the dias leaving more than ten people injured and delaying the President’s entry.

Other sources claimed that leaders allied to him were heckled, while others shared footage of chiefs and residents fleeing amid reported gunshots.

His appeal to politicians is significant because local rivalries were at the centre of the day’s tension.

Other sources, alleged that the first confrontation was linked to supporters wearing capes with a slogan said to breach event guidelines, a claim that remains unconfirmed.

Police have not said whether arrests have been made or an investigation has begun, and the organisers have not issued a full account of what happened. More details are expected soon.

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