Crowd Heckles As Fearless MP Lectures Ruto In Makueni Rally Over His Remarks, Reveals The Following

Makueni MP Suzanne Ndunge Kiamba has openly confronted President William Ruto over his repeated remarks describing opposition leaders as “bure kabisa” (useless). 

Her bold statement came during the President’s developmental tour in Makueni County on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

Kiamba, a close ally of Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, spoke during a roadside rally in her constituency. 

She told the President to respect leaders on the opposing side, saying that every Kenyan deserves dignity and that name-calling is beneath the office of the Head of State.

The MP, who is also a social safeguards specialist, appeared visibly angered by Ruto’s tendency to dismiss opposition leaders as having “no agenda” for the country. 

Taking the microphone before a large crowd, she declared that no human being can be termed useless, as everyone is created in the image of God.

“No one created in the image of God can be useless. Even a person who cannot speak still carries something special inside them. I don’t like it when we in the opposition are called bure kabisa. When we play politics, let’s do it with respect,” she said, drawing loud cheers from the audience.

Her remarks were met with thunderous applause from the crowd, many of whom praised her courage to speak truth to power directly before the President. 

It was a rare moment in Kenya’s political scene — a legislator from the opposition speaking boldly while the President watched.

When it was his turn to respond, President Ruto maintained that it was not he who called opposition leaders bure kabisa, but ordinary Kenyans. 

He said citizens themselves had lost faith in the opposition because it had failed to offer meaningful solutions to national issues.

“It’s not me calling you bure kabisa, it’s the people who are saying it,” Ruto replied.

“After assessing your performance and agenda, Kenyans decided that the opposition is not adding value to their lives. That’s why they use those words.”

The exchange quickly became one of the highlights of the President’s tour, sparking debate across social media platforms, with many Kenyans commending MP Kiamba for standing her ground.

The confrontation came during the first day of President Ruto’s development tour in the eastern region. Interestingly, several leaders allied to Kalonzo Musyoka joined the President on this tour — a move that surprised political observers.

Among those present were Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior and Senator Dan Maanzo, both of whom have been long-time allies of the Wiper leader. 

The two welcomed President Ruto warmly, joining him in launching key projects, including the KSh 1.1 billion Emali-Matiliku Road.

The appearance of Kalonzo’s allies at a government function was seen by analysts as a sign of shifting political alliances ahead of the 2027 elections. 

Mutula and Maanzo had recently been part of Kalonzo’s delegation to Raila Odinga’s Opoda Farm, where they paid tribute following Raila’s passing. 

Their presence alongside Ruto, therefore, raised questions about loyalty within the Wiper Party.

It also came barely three weeks after the Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitui County, where both leaders skipped the event — leaving Governor Julius Malombe to preside over the occasion alone.

Kiamba’s firm stand has added a new twist to the political discourse around respect and tolerance in Kenyan politics. 

Many Kenyans online have applauded her courage, saying she spoke for millions who feel leaders often use divisive language instead of addressing real issues like unemployment, cost of living, and corruption.

Political analysts believe her comments reflect growing frustration among opposition members who feel the government is using derogatory language to discredit their role in governance. 

Others see her outburst as a calculated move to elevate her profile within Ukambani politics and solidify her place as a defender of Kalonzo’s team.