Kenyan rapper Dyana Cods has come out in support of President William Ruto, even as frustration and outrage against the head of state continue to sweep across the country.
In a series of Instagram stories shared on Sunday, June 29, 2025, the young artiste said she stands firmly with the president despite the growing wave of criticism.
She said that even a country with bad governance is still better than one with no governance.
According to her, it may be hard to change current leaders, but there’s still hope in shaping the future by preparing the next generation of leaders.
She also added that she does not understand the hate being directed at the president and that she prays for his protection. Dyana Cods made it clear she loves her president and stands by that.
“Just know a country with bad governance is better than one with no governance. You can’t change the current leader, but you can change the coming generation of leaders,” Cods stated.
Adding;
“I don’t understand the hate. God protect him. I love my president and I stand by that.”
Frustration
But her support comes at a time when public anger toward Ruto is reaching new heights. Across the country, citizens, especially the youth, are growing louder and more united in their call for him to step down. What started as murmurs of dissatisfaction in 2024 has now grown into a national roar. The phrase “Ruto must go” is no longer just a chant at protests. It is now a movement, a rallying cry shared on the streets, online, and even in artwork.
Many feel that President Ruto has betrayed the trust of the people. He once presented himself as the “hustler” who would fight for the ordinary mwananchi. But today, many accuse him of turning his back on those promises and protecting a government that benefits only the wealthy and powerful. As the cost of living rises and frustrations mount, Kenyans say they are tired of being ignored.
Protests are being witnessed in the country, with the latest leaving more than 16 dead, mostly young protesters, and hundreds more have been injured. Tear gas and live bullets have become common at demonstrations.
Now, major towns across the country are filled with demonstrators. From Nairobi to Mombasa, Kisumu to Eldoret, the message is the same: Kenyans are demanding change and good governance.
