Uhuru Kenyatta Breaks Silence on Retirement Calls, Defends Right to Speak in Politics
Ex-President Uhuru Kenyatta refuses to back down.
In a fiery and emotive response to the growing criticism he’s facing, the former Head of State made one thing clear – he won’t be pushed out of the conversation , and isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Speaking at the homecoming bash for Jubilee Secretary General Moitalel Ole Kenta on Friday, Uhuru took aim at the criticism head-on & questioned why his voice seems to get more scrutiny than that of other leaders.
“Why’s it that the minute I say something, I’m told I’m retired & should just go home?” he asked in a blunt manner.
A Voice Still Active in Politics
Although he wasn’t physically present , he popped up via a phone call that was played for the entire crowd & it was clear the reception was anything but cold. Supporters were cheering him on as he stood up for himself.
He was quick to draw a distinction between being in politics & actively seeking power.
“Yeah I’m still in politics, but I’m not running for anything. I’ve got a right to stand up for my party & defend it, because I’m a member of Jubilee by blood,” he said.
It’s a stance that feels both defiant and calculated. He’s not looking for a seat, but he’s definitely not stepping aside.
Drawing Parallels Beyond Kenya
Uhuru didn’t just focus on homegrown politics – he pointed to examples from other countries to make his point.
“If you look at America, people like Obama are still defending their parties all the time. Is that really not true?” he asked the crowd.
He made the comparison to emphasize that staying in the public eye & speaking out after leaving office isn’t unusual, but rather part of the democratic culture.
Frustration Over Restrictions
At one point, his tone got a bit raw – less measured, more personal.
He questioned why his critics are so keen to limit his everyday interactions.
“Why are they constantly telling me I can’t speak my mind, I can’t go to a wedding, attend a funeral or visit a friend?” he asked.
“They keep saying I’m like an old granny – with a chip on my shoulder but with eyes on the lookout for what’s going on – even if I am wearing my mask.”
It was a moment that really resonated with the crowd – not about politics, but about being able to live life without being told what to do.
A Broader Message on Democracy
Beyond the criticism and his defence of it, Uhuru used his remarks to send a wider message – about democracy itself.
“Everyone has got an interest in defending their rights in the democratic space our constitution sets out,” he said.
Or in other words, his argument isn’t just about him – it’s about the right of any Kenyan to speak up, participate & stand by their beliefs without being told to step aside.
Leaders Rally at Narok Event
The homecoming bash in Narok County drew a pretty big lineup of political figures.
There was Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i & Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya – both of whom are strong indicators that the Jubilee Party is still very much alive & kicking.
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Uhuru Kenyatta Breaks Silence on Retirement Calls, Defends Right to Speak in Politics
