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In a startling and deeply unsettling turn of events, a 19-year-old man was arrested after being found inside the grounds of Parliament, claiming to be the son of President William Ruto.The incident occurred during the night of 8 August 2025, when Nelson Ibrahim Kidero (also known as Nelson Murithi) was discovered loitering in the parking area of Bunge Towers, according to court documents.
He was detained on charges of unlawfully entering the parliamentary precincts.During a court hearing before Senior Principal Magistrate Mark Ekhubi, Kidero asserted that he was the son of the sitting president—a declaration met with shock and silence in the courtroom. The magistrate urged him to consider a future in law, suggesting he might one day serve as a magistrate.
Kidero, however, surprised observers by rejecting the legal path and declaring his dream ambition is to become a barista.Magistrate Ekhubi also took the opportunity to admonish the young man’s biological father—though the court offered no evidence connecting President Ruto to Kidero—calling for greater paternal involvement and oversight.
To that end, the court placed Kidero under the care of his uncle, instructing him to ensure the youth receives medical attention, guidance, and supervision.Kidero was granted release on condition that he abstain from similar offenses for one year. He remains under the court’s watchful conditions and the uncle was tasked with safeguarding his welfare.
Legally, Kidero faces charges under Section 31(1)(a) read with Section 31(2) of the Parliamentary Powers and Privileges Act, 2017, which prohibits unauthorized entry into parliamentary premises.While the court record is stark, the implications of the youth’s self-declaration resonate far beyond simple trespassing.
Could this be a case of mistaken identity, delusion, or a calculated stunt? Political watchers are already speculating on security lapses and the unusual audacity of the claims.As of now, there is no verification from the president’s office or any official source confirming any familial link between Kidero and President Ruto.
The presidency remains silent.This incident raises urgent questions:How did Kidero gain access to Parliament grounds at night undetected?Was this a symptom of mental health distress or a deeper attempt to draw public attention?What security breakdowns allowed such a breach in the heart of the legislature?
