Witnesses said the crowd grew restless shortly after he took to the podium, with some chanting and others raising concerns, making it difficult for him to continue speaking.
The situation created a tense moment, briefly disrupting the programme.
Security officers moved in to contain the situation and restore order, urging the crowd to remain calm.
Despite the interruption, the event continued, with other leaders proceeding to address the gathering.
President Ruto’s tour of Juja and Thika is part of his wider engagements across the region, where he has been meeting residents and launching development projects.
The visits have drawn large crowds, with leaders using the platform to outline government plans and respond to public concerns.
In Nyacaba, residents had gathered in large numbers to receive the President and his delegation. While many welcomed the leaders, the heckling of Ichung’wa highlighted underlying tensions among sections of the crowd.
Some residents later said they were frustrated and wanted their concerns heard, while others expressed support for the leaders and called for orderly conduct during public meetings.
Ichung’wa, a key ally of the President, has been actively involved in mobilising support for government programmes in the region.
His presence at the event was part of efforts by local and national leaders to engage directly with residents.
The brief disruption did not derail the overall programme, as the President continued with his tour, addressing wananchi on key issues affecting the area.
He reiterated the government’s commitment to delivering development and improving livelihoods.
Leaders accompanying the President also called for unity and patience, urging residents to give the government time to implement its plans.
The incident in Nyacaba adds to a series of public engagements where leaders have faced mixed reactions from crowds, reflecting the diverse views among citizens on political and development matters.
As the tour progressed, security remained heightened to ensure smooth proceedings at subsequent stops.