In a statement shared on his social media platforms on Friday, May 1, 2025, Keter, a known critic of the president, said Ruto’s recent remarks suggest that he has begun to realise the challenges ahead as the country moves towards the 2027 General Election.
Keter claimed that the president is now turning back to his traditional support base after previously focusing on building alliances in other regions. He argued that this shift indicates growing political pressure.
According to Keter, the president’s concerns over voter registration numbers in the Rift Valley point to a deeper issue regarding support within his backyard.
During the burial ceremony in Bomet, Ruto urged members of his community to come out in large numbers to register as voters.
He noted that low registration figures in the region had forced him to seek support from other parts of the country in order to strengthen his numbers ahead of the 2027 elections.
The president’s remarks appeared to underscore the importance of voter mobilisation in his political strategy, particularly within areas considered to be his strongholds.
Keter, however, interpreted the comments as an indication that the president may have taken the region’s support for granted.
He suggested that the apparent concern over voter turnout reflects shifting political dynamics within the Rift Valley.
The exchange highlights emerging political tensions as leaders begin to position themselves ahead of the next general election.
Voter registration has become a key focus, with leaders urging their supporters to sign up in order to influence future electoral outcomes.
The Rift Valley has historically been a significant political base for Ruto, and any indication of declining engagement in voter registration is likely to attract attention from both allies and critics.
Keter’s criticism adds to the ongoing debate over political loyalty and mobilisation, particularly in regions that have traditionally delivered strong support for specific leaders.
As the 2027 elections draw closer, the issue of voter registration is expected to remain central to political discourse, with leaders seeking to secure and expand their support bases across the country.