Summary:
In a surprising turn of events, Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen faced a barrage of heckling from Baringo residents during a recent football tournament at Kabarnet Showgrounds. Invited to speak to the gathered crowd, Murkomen encountered a restless audience that erupted into chants of ‘Ruto must go.’ The video of the incident has gone viral on social media, capturing the frustration and discontent of the residents.
The heckling forced Murkomen to abandon the podium abruptly, with residents expressing dissatisfaction with the government, demanding a change. Despite Baringo being a stronghold for the Kenya Kwanza Alliance, the reasons behind the hostility toward Murkomen remain unclear.
This incident is part of a trend where President Ruto’s Cabinet Secretaries have faced public disapproval in recent weeks. Many attribute this dissatisfaction to what they perceive as President Ruto’s tough economic policies, which they believe are adversely affecting the lives of Kenyans.
Youthful politician Pauline Njoroge expressed her disbelief at the situation, highlighting the irony of residents heckling the same government they had voted for. She questioned the inconsistency, emphasizing that those who chanted ‘Hatupangwingwi’ during the elections are now demanding change.
Njoroge further pointed out the contrast between the reception of ministers in their hometowns and in Central Kenya. While facing criticism in their own regions, she suggested that these ministers would be welcomed with open arms and even songs if they were to visit Central Kenya.
The incident in Baringo reflects a broader sentiment of discontent and calls for change, adding to the challenges facing the Ruto administration as it navigates public opinion and perceptions.
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