Nyoro Urges Ruto to Show Respect to Uhuru, Calls Presidency an Institution of Dignity

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has urged President William Ruto to hold his tongue and respect former President Uhuru Kenyatta. 

He made the call during a public address on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Nyoro said the presidency is an institution that demands dignity, whoever holds the office.

Nyoro reminded Ruto that he served as Uhuru's deputy before taking over in 2022. He argued that Uhuru should be treated as an elder statesman. He also said a retired president deserves the respect that goes with the post.

The Kiharu MP said a president becomes the father of the nation. He said the leader who handed over power could therefore be seen as the elder father or grandfather of the nation. He suggested that verbal attacks on Uhuru do not reflect well on the current head of state.

He questioned how Ruto treated Uhuru while serving under him. Nyoro said anyone who insults a predecessor from the seat of power would have been harsh as a deputy. He also warned that Ruto's words are watched by families and children across the country.

Nyoro criticised a pattern of attacks on opposition figures. He named former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i, and economist David Ndii as targets. 

He urged the president to choose his language carefully when addressing rivals.

He also reminded Ruto that he too will one day leave office. Nyoro said Kenyans would expect the same respect once Ruto becomes a retired president. He called on the president to set an example for the country.

Nyoro stressed that respect is not the same as submission. Leaders should be respected whatever their politics, he said. He urged Ruto to lead by example in showing civility to all leaders, even when they disagree.