Nyandarua Senator John Methu has sparked debate after making mocking remarks directed at President William Ruto and some of his close allies, questioning their academic backgrounds and ability to understand policy matters. Speaking during a political gathering, Methu used satire to criticize what he described as the quality of leadership surrounding the president.
In his remarks, Methu claimed that President Ruto’s closest ally, Farouk Kibet, only reached Class Two, while Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi allegedly attained nursery-level education. He went on to sarcastically ask how such leaders could understand a national manifesto, concluding with the statement, “Manifesto ni Sugoi,” implying that decisions are driven by personal interests rather than structured policy plans.
The comments quickly attracted attention, drawing mixed reactions from the public and political observers. Supporters of Methu praised him for boldly calling out what they see as hypocrisy and lack of seriousness in leadership, arguing that competence and accountability should be central to governance. They viewed his remarks as a form of political satire meant to provoke critical thinking among citizens.
Critics, however, accused the senator of resorting to personal attacks rather than issue-based politics. They argued that leadership should be evaluated based on performance and policy outcomes rather than academic history alone. Some also warned that such statements risk lowering the tone of political discourse and diverting attention from substantive national issues.
Methu’s remarks highlight the increasingly confrontational nature of Kenya’s political landscape, where sharp language and ridicule are often used to score points against rivals. As political temperatures continue to rise, analysts are calling on leaders to balance criticism with constructive debate focused on policies, governance, and the needs of ordinary Kenyans.
