Kenyans engaging in the 'Ruto Must Go' chants, exercises, or regime change attempts have been warned to ensure that they do so through Constitutional means.

Speaking at the National Intelligence and Research University in Nairobi during a public lecture by National Intelligence Service (NIS) boss Noordin Haji, Chief Defence Forces (CDF) General Charles Kahariri stated that any attempts to transfer power must be made through acceptable means, lest Kenyans risk destroying the country.

"We cannot exercise anarchy, and even as people exercise their rights, it should be within their bounds, within their rights, such that we cannot allow ourselves to exercise our rights to the extent of tearing apart the country," Kahariri stated.

"We, as the military, defend the Constitution and the government of the day, duly elected by the people. So when you decide that you are tired of the government you elected and then you start chanting 'Must Go', 'Must Go', that 'Must Go' must be done according to the Constitution," Kahariri warned.

Kahariri noted that the youth can become a threat if not properly managed. However, the CDF clarified that the military and security agencies do not support any political side.

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Kenyans have been actively engaging in anti-Ruto campaigns both online and on the streets.

Chants of 'Ruto Must Go' have also been prevalent in social gatherings, including political rallies attended by the president, where Kenyans express their opposition to him and the Kenya Kwanza government.

Authorities have interpreted these chants and actions as an attempt to remove President Ruto from power.

On his part, NIS boss Haji stated that there is need for the public to shun divisive politics.

"Divisive politics has found a new breeding ground on our social media platforms. This is polarising our people and undermining national cohesion, yet national cohesion goes hand-in-hand with national security and national interest,” he said.

Haji also cautioned that political competition should not escalate into a state of national instability that could fuel public anger.

Speaking on the silence of NIS even as Kenya continues to suffer various security challenges like terror attacks and forced disappearances, Haji explained that in its natural nature, intelligence work cannot be loud, however, Haji warned that the silence must never be taken for impunity.