In a blunt statement, Kinyanjui said Kenya cannot be turned into a communist or dictatorial state under the current law. “Ruto, you can’t turn this country into a communist state. You will never succeed unless you overthrow the Constitution and that would still be unconstitutional,” he said.
The Advocate of the High Court explained that the 2010 Constitution clearly limits the powers of the President and protects democracy. He said no leader is above the law and any attempt to rule without following the Constitution would fail.
Kinyanjui further accused President Ruto of showing signs of dictatorship. “He appears to be salivating at the prospect of dictatorship and building castles,” he said, warning that such actions would hurt the country.
The lawyer’s remarks come at a time when the government is facing criticism from some lawyers, activists and opposition leaders. They have raised concerns over how the country is being governed and whether the rule of law is being respected.
Some critics claim that certain government actions weaken independent institutions and reduce public participation. They say this goes against what the Constitution stands for.
However, supporters of the President have defended him, saying his government respects the Constitution and is focused on improving the economy and development. They argue that strong leadership is needed to deal with the country’s challenges.
Kinyanjui’s statement has added to the ongoing national debate about leadership and democracy in Kenya. As the debate continues, many Kenyans are calling for strict respect for the Constitution and protection of democratic freedoms.