Former Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Wilson Sossion has come out in strong defense of President William Ruto, firmly dismissing claims that the Head of State is behind the nationwide wave of anti-government protests.

Sossion instead pointed fingers at unnamed political actors, accusing them of orchestrating chaos under the guise of public demonstrations.

Speaking during a heated political forum, Sossion described the current unrest as a dangerous descent into “political anarchy” and warned that the country is on the verge of instability if urgent interventions are not made.

“The protests we’re witnessing are not spontaneous acts of citizen frustration. These are well-coordinated, politically driven activities aimed at creating a state of lawlessness,” Sossion said.He dismissed the narrative circulating online and in opposition circles that Ruto is behind the rising dissent, particularly among the youth.

According to Sossion, blaming the President for public outrage while undermining state institutions is both reckless and dangerous.

Sossion’s remarks come as demonstrations continue to spread across major cities, fueled by anger over skyrocketing living costs, tax hikes, and a perceived lack of government responsiveness.

While some youth-led movements insist their protests are non-partisan and issue-based, Sossion alleges that their energy is being hijacked for political ends.“The President has consistently called for dialogue and reform.

What we need is not confrontation in the streets but structured engagement. If we allow political opportunists to weaponize protests, we are inviting chaos,” he cautioned.

His comments have drawn mixed reactions, with some Kenyans praising his boldness while others accused him of shielding a government that many believe has failed to fulfill its promises.

Opposition leaders quickly rejected Sossion’s claims, stating that the protests are a legitimate expression of public dissatisfaction and a constitutional right. “The people are not being used.

They are fed up. This is what democracy looks like,” said an Azimio MP in response.Human rights organizations have expressed concern over the rising tensions and the government’s handling of demonstrators, calling for restraint from both protestors and law enforcement.

Reports of police brutality and arrests have further intensified the national conversation on civil liberties.Sossion, who once enjoyed strong support among educators, has recently aligned himself with the Kenya Kwanza administration and is now viewed as a vocal government sympathizer.

His defense of Ruto adds a new layer to the political narrative, especially as the government struggles to contain public unrest and regain the trust of a disillusioned population.

As the nation edges toward an uncertain political season, the question remains: is Kenya heading toward reform—or revolt?