Kivutha Kibwana is facing unexpected backlash online after taking a swipe at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The timing of his comments has left many Kenyans questioning why he chose to speak only after Gachagua had already travelled out of the country.
Online users flooded the conversation with criticism. Some felt Kibwana should have spoken earlier, especially when Gen Z protests were at their peak. Others said his silence during those tense weeks raised questions about whether he truly supported the youth movement at all.
Many are now saying his remarks sounded more like an attempt to join the conversation after it had already gained traction. There’s growing suspicion that he’s trying to align himself with the youth without having stood with them when things were rough on the ground.
Even those who don’t support Gachagua found the timing strange. They said he had at least faced the pressure directly, even as things got heated. For Kibwana, choosing to speak now has left many Kenyans wondering if it was about principle or positioning.
The reaction has been loud and clear. Kenyans are watching every move. They are calling out leaders who appear only when it’s convenient. In this new wave of awareness, presence speaks louder than opinions.
By Newshub