Francis Atwoli praises Ruto’s leadership, wants him to ignore critics: “They have no ground”

Cotu general secretary Francis Atwoli has called for President William Ruto and called on critics and focus on serving Kenyans
Atwoli praised Ruto’s visible leadership and ignored songs such as “Ruto Must Go” as a noise from those who have no agenda or support
He compared Ruto critics and opponents of previous presidents, including Moi, Kibaki, and Independence, saying that fierce opposition has always been part of Kenya

Nairobi – Secretary of the Union of Trade Unions (COTU) Francis Atwoli He has emerged fiercely in support of President William Ruto’s administration.

President William Ruto and other leaders follow the events during the 2025 workers’ day in the garden of Independence. Photo: William Ruto.
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The veteran of the trade unions called on the President Ruto He should continue to work and ignore critics who said they have no real relationship with the average citizen.

During the 2025 Labor Day celebrations in the garden of Independence, Francis Atwoli gave an excited speech that praised the President for his clear leadership while ignoring the ongoing opposition.

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Addressing a crowd full of workers, government officials, trade union leaders and ordinary citizens, Atwoli reminded Kenyans of the country’s political turmoil.

He emphasized that every president has been plagued by fierce opposition, regardless of their achievements.

“Mr. President, don’t be afraid … there are people who always love to make threats. I was there when Kenyatta was president, when Jaramogi left there were many problems. Said Atwoli.

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What is Atwoli’s advice to President William Ruto?

According to Atwoli, Kenya’s political culture has long been tolerant and even encouraging fierce opposition, often without regard to the success of the incumbent leaders.

Gave an example of former presidents Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta As leaders who have been blamed for the strongness despite making great progress.

“I was there when Kibaki was president, improved transportation in Nairobi and did a lot of good things, but in 2007, these citizens voted for him, we had to make reconciliation,” Atwoli said, adding that those are not new.

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He also described the difference of the performance between Independence and Ruto, saying that the current president has continued to be seen across the country, unlike his predecessor.

In a direct message to Ruto, Atwoli gave a strong position to encourage him, demanding that he stand up.

“These Kenyans you hear saying ‘Citizen is upset,’ ‘Ruto must leave’ … not that the people are angry, they are not supportive. Give someone a chance to work. You just do your job, and if there are mistakes we will tell you. Atwoli added.

Francis Atwoli praises Ruto's leadership, wants him to ignore critics: "They have no ground" — Union Secretary -General (COTU) Francis Atwoli called on Ruto to be critics. Photo: William Ruto.
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How should Ruto deal with online criticism?

Initially, Atwoli called on Ruto to control the use of social networks in Kenya, expressing his concern that these platforms are being used to spread hatred and incite violence in the name of activism.

He warned that if the situation was not controlled, it could disperse the country.

Atwoli cited examples of countries such as China, the UK, the United Kingdom and the United States, which have laid down social networking rules, suggesting that Kenya follow the course.