“Even If We Win Cleanly, He Won’t Let Go” — Kalonzo Drops Bombshell on Ruto’s Hidden Plans

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has issued a stark warning about Kenya’s political future, claiming that President William Ruto may have plans to cling to power even if he is defeated fairly at the ballot. 

Speaking during a public engagement with opposition supporters, Kalonzo said the opposition is aware that defeating President Ruto through a clean and transparent election will not be the end of the struggle.

“We know that once we defeat President Ruto, without rigging, he will still have plans to keep his seat,” Kalonzo declared, a statement that has reignited debate about electoral integrity, democratic institutions, and the political climate ahead of the next general election.

Kalonzo, a former Vice President and long-serving politician, said the opposition must remain vigilant before, during, and after the election period. 

According to him, the focus should not only be on winning votes but also on safeguarding the will of the people against what he described as possible manipulation of state institutions. 

He emphasized that democracy does not end at the polling station, but requires constant protection.

The Wiper leader accused the current administration of weakening independent institutions and using state machinery to suppress dissent. 

He argued that such actions raise legitimate concerns about whether the playing field will be level when Kenyans head to the polls. 

Kalonzo called on civil society, religious leaders, and the international community to closely monitor Kenya’s political processes to ensure transparency and accountability.

At the same time, Kalonzo urged opposition supporters to remain peaceful and law-abiding, warning that violence would only undermine their cause. 

He said the opposition’s strength lies in unity, discipline, and faith in constitutional means. “Our power is in the Constitution and in the people of Kenya,” he noted.

The remarks come amid growing political tension, with opposition leaders frequently criticizing the government over economic hardship, governance, and rising public debt. 

President Ruto’s allies, however, have dismissed such claims as alarmist, insisting that the administration is committed to democratic principles and the rule of law.

As the country slowly edges toward the next electoral cycle, Kalonzo’s comments reflect a broader anxiety within the opposition about trust in electoral systems. 

Whether his warnings resonate with the wider public remains to be seen, but they underscore the high stakes and deep divisions shaping Kenya’s evolving political landscape.