Two leaders from Rift Valley speaking on different occasions on Wednesday defended President William Ruto for his stance adding that the protests would not sway him.

Mogotio MP Reuben Kiborek accused Kenyans masquerading as protestors of attempting a civilian coup to oust the President. 

He argued that this group of rowdy Kenyans was planning to 'take over power' through the back door.

"These crooks wanted to do some civilian coup, they can and hijacked a genuine course and made it violent," the MP stated.

Kiborek emphasised that William Ruto was lawfully elected by the people adding that any plan to go against the will done in 2022 of the people shall fail.

On the other hand, William Kamket Tiaty MP accused some politicians of using young Kenyans to oppose Ruto due to some prior disagreement.

Kamket revealed that some leaders from the region allegedly advised President Ruto to support the Finance Bill 2024 a while longer to know who was on his side.

"There are some leaders who oppose the president and are going behind his back through the demonstrations. They are using our children to pretend they support the protests," he stated.

The two politicians praised young Kenyans for their courage to defend what's right through the peaceful protests that were infiltrated by goons backed by politicians.

The lawmakers added that this was a step in the right direction to ensure young Kenyans were included in the decision-making process of the country. President Ruto earlier called for dialogue with Gen Zs.

Additionally, they called upon the government to deal with anyone attempting to disrupt peace in the country. Investigations are ongoing to ensure all involved are held accountable.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki on Tuesday assured Kenyans that his ministry was working to ensure been was restored at whatever cost. He emphasised that anyone found guilty will be brought to book.