Governor James Orengo of Siaya has made it clear that he is not afraid of being arrested or even going back to the streets to protest if that’s what it takes to speak out against President William Ruto’s leadership. His strong words show that he is ready to stand up for what he believes in, no matter the consequences.
Orengo said Kenya is not a country to be proud of anymore, pointing to how things have gone wrong under the current government. He also encouraged young people, especially Gen Z, to rise up and take action. He promised to stand with them as they demand answers and accountability from those in power.
According to the clip shared by K24, Orengo warned that Kenya’s democracy is in danger. He said the last time the country had a free and fair election was back in 2002. Since then, he believes the electoral system has been slowly getting worse, and if nothing is done soon, the 2027 elections may be just another sham. Orengo’s words reflect the frustrations many Kenyans have with leaders and institutions that are supposed to protect the people’s rights but instead serve political interests.
He pointed out that the justice system is broken and that transparency is no longer a priority in government.His speech has caught the attention of many people, especially online. In just a short time, his video reached 600 views and sparked a lot of reactions from the public.
Young Kenyans, who have already been speaking out about joblessness and corruption, seem to relate to his message. For them, Orengo’s courage to speak up, even when it could land him in jail, is a sign of hope. It shows that not all leaders are afraid to confront the truth or take a stand against power.
At a time when criticism of the government is becoming risky, Orengo’s boldness might be the spark that inspires more people to act. His message is not just about politics, it’s about the future of the country. He is calling on Kenyans to wake up and realize that if they don’t take a stand now, things could get worse. Whether this leads to positive change or pushes the government to silence more voices remains to be seen. But one thing is clear, the fight for Kenya’s democracy is far from over, and Orengo has made it known that he’s not backing down.