“President William Ruto will have to pull a miracle to politically survive the Gen Z revolt. Jukumu ya kumpenda rais ni ya bibi yake, sio ya Wakenya.” These powerful words were shared by Dr. Ekuru Aukot on his official X account, and they have since sparked intense online reactions.
Dr. Aukot, a seasoned lawyer, politician, and founder of the Thirdway Alliance, is no stranger to speaking truth to power. As one of the key architects behind Kenya’s 2010 Constitution, he continues to use his platform to address pressing national issues.
His recent statement reflects a deep frustration shared by many young Kenyans who feel ignored, betrayed, and disillusioned by the current administration.
The so-called “Gen Z revolt” has grown beyond social media hashtags into a loud and clear demand for transparency, accountability, and change.
Young people are protesting not just high taxes and joblessness, but also a system that seems blind to their struggles.
By saying it’s not Kenyans’ duty to love the president, Aukot is challenging a long-standing culture of blind loyalty to leaders.
He reminds the public that elected officials serve the people, not the other way around.
This message is more than criticism—it’s a wake-up call to President Ruto and his government.
If the cries of the youth continue to go unanswered, political survival might not just require a miracle; it could become impossible.
https://x.com/EAukot/status/1944969316689904124?t=ByjzBGz05rfrH7boy3Lf2Q&s=19
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