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Nyandarua Senator John Methu has sparked controversy by calling for President William Ruto’s resignation, citing the alarming rise in abductions as a major failure of leadership. This bold demand echoes similar calls from opposition leaders, intensifying pressure on the Head of State.
In a strongly worded statement shared with the media, Methu, a known ally of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, became the first member of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to publicly challenge Ruto’s leadership.
“President Ruto has eroded our Christian values, undermined the Constitution, and fallen short of the moral and ethical standards required of a leader. He must step down immediately,” Methu declared.
The Senator’s remarks come amidst growing tensions within UDA following Gachagua’s removal in October of last year. This marks the first time a UDA insider has openly called for the resignation of the party’s leader.
Methu also questioned the President’s ability to control covert operations, referencing claims by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi. Muturi revealed that his son, Leslie, was abducted last year and later freed after Ruto personally intervened.
Muturi alleged that his investigation uncovered the involvement of the National Intelligence Service (NIS) in his son’s disappearance, which occurred during anti-government protests in 2024. He claimed that after contacting NIS Director-General Noordin Haji, Leslie was released within an hour.
Before seeking Ruto’s intervention, Muturi had reached out to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, who were reportedly unaware of the abduction.
Methu argued that this incident suggests the existence of a clandestine abduction unit operating under the President’s command and outside legal frameworks. “If the Interior CS, PS, and ATPU Director were unaware of such actions, it points to a unit that operates in total disregard of the Constitution,” Methu remarked.
Although President Ruto previously denied the occurrence of abductions, he admitted late last year to “instances of excessive and extrajudicial actions” by security forces, pledging to end the practice.
Despite his assurances, no arrests have been made, and a legal case aimed at identifying those responsible remains unresolved. In his New Year’s address, Ruto acknowledged public concerns, promising accountability. However, Methu and others remain unconvinced, demanding immediate action and answers.
