Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi has urged President William Ruto and his administration to prioritize delivering on their promises to Kenyans rather than focusing on early re-election campaigns and political slogans.
Speaking during a public event, Murungi cautioned against promoting campaign chants such as “Wantam” or “Tutam,” arguing that the government’s main responsibility should be to fulfill the commitments it made to citizens before seeking another term in office.
He emphasized that Kenyans are more interested in tangible development and improved living standards than political messaging.
Murungi noted that every administration is judged by its performance, not by the popularity of its campaign slogans.
According to him, the government still has ample time to implement policies that improve the economy, create jobs, strengthen healthcare, enhance education and lower the cost of living.
He said these achievements would provide a stronger foundation for future political campaigns than repeated election slogans.
The former governor stressed that public confidence is earned through effective leadership and visible results.
He encouraged leaders to remain focused on serving the people and addressing the challenges facing ordinary citizens instead of becoming distracted by political competition long before the next General Election.
His remarks come at a time when political activity across the country is gradually intensifying with leaders from different parties increasingly positioning themselves for the 2027 elections.
Campaign messages and slogans have become more common at public gatherings, sparking debate over whether politicians should be concentrating on governance or electoral politics.
Murungi’s statement reflects the concerns of many Kenyans who believe the government should dedicate its energy to implementing development projects and fulfilling campaign promises.
With issues such as the high cost of living, youth unemployment, healthcare access and economic recovery remaining key priorities, many citizens continue to call for practical solutions rather than political rhetoric.
The comments are also likely to generate discussion within the Kenya Kwanza coalition where leaders have been expressing confidence about retaining power in the next election.
Murungi, however believes that the strongest campaign message any government can offer is a successful record of service delivery.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, his message serves as a reminder that performance in office remains the ultimate measure of leadership.
Whether or not political slogans gain popularity, voters are expected to evaluate leaders based on their ability to improve livelihoods, strengthen the economy and fulfill the promises they made before assuming office.