Ruto: Government will deal firmly with criminals

President William Ruto has declared war on individuals who involve in violence , destruction of property and political intimidation. He said people initially participated in anti-government demonstrations have "graduated from protesters to goons." Speaking on Sunday during the consecration of Rev. Vitalis Job Ekuru as the fourth Bishop of the ACK Diocese of Katakwa in Busia County, the President said the government would no longer tolerate criminality disguised as peaceful protests. "They have now graduated from protesters to goons. They are bringing chaos everywhere," Ruto said. President Ruto maintained that safeguarding peace remains the government's top priority while ensuring all leaders have the freedom to campaign without fear of violence or intimidation. He argued that Kenya had previously experienced a rise in criminal activities, but efforts to deal with those responsible had been complicated by differing opinions over how security agencies should respond.