VIDEO: Kisii Youths Display Ksh1,000 Notes Allegedly Received During Ruto’s Tour, Chant Wantam

A video circulating on Facebook has sparked debate after a group of teenage boys were seen displaying KSh1,000 notes they claim they received during President William Ruto’s recent tour of Kisii County.

In the self-recorded clip, the youths are seen holding up the banknotes while claiming the money was given to them during the President’s visit. One of them is heard saying, “Hii ni ya Ruto ametupa,” meaning Ruto gave them the money.

The young man recording the video also makes political remarks about Kisii Governor Simba Arati. He claims the governor wants them to fight their own Fred Matiang’i.

The group then declares its continued support for the “wantam” political slogan. Their remarks suggest that receiving the alleged cash has not changed their political position.

However, the video has not been independently verified. There is no official confirmation identifying the youths or establishing whether the money was distributed during the presidential tour.

Ruto toured Kisii and Nyamira counties between November 8 and 11, 2026. His visit included development project launches, road commissioning ceremonies and electricity connection pledges.

The President also made announcements concerning hospital funding and engaged students and residents during various public events.

Separate reports from the tour indicated that some residents and students received financial assistance. A KSh300,000 lunch allocation was also reported for students at KMTC Ibeno Campus.

The circulating footage has attracted attention amid growing political competition in the Gusii region ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i remains a major political figure in the region and is expected to hold his own engagements following Ruto’s visit.

The specific claims made by the youths remain unconfirmed.

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