Ruto Speaks on Coffin Images Shared on Social Media
On Friday, January 10, President William Ruto denounced a section of Kenyans for sharing edited images on social media showing senior government officials in coffins.
Speaking in Kapseret, Uasin Gishu County, the President accused some politicians of financing youth to spread such defamatory posts, tarnishing the reputation of government leaders.
Ruto revealed he had received reports implicating certain politicians in paying young social media users to create and circulate these controversial images.
Addressing the crowd, the President cautioned local youth against participating in such actions, stressing that it harms society and could bring distress to their own families.
“This behavior promotes a culture of violence and diminishes the value of human life,” Ruto stated. “Do not be tempted by small amounts of money to create such content. Today, it’s your leaders in coffins; tomorrow, it could be your family or even your peers.”
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The President encouraged the youth to channel their talents toward building careers and generating income rather than criticizing the government.
“To our young people, I urge you to uphold good morals. Use your online skills to create jobs and better your lives instead of posting harmful content,” he advised.
Ruto also called on politicians allegedly involved to redirect their focus to productive endeavors, warning that their actions could ruin an entire generation.
This follows reports that five youths, abducted in December after allegedly sharing similar disturbing images, were recently found alive in various parts of the country.
The individuals, including Billy Mwangi, Peter Muteti, Benard Kavuli, cartoonist Kibet Bull, and his brother Ronny Kiplagat, are said to have faced retaliation for their controversial online posts.
Ruto Speaks on Coffin Images Shared on Social Media
