Ruto speaks on claims of taking advantage of Raila’s death to sign Computer Misuse & Cybercrimes Law
Ruto speaks on claims of taking advantage of Raila's death to sign Computer Misuse & Cybercrimes Law
President William Ruto has addressed controversy surrounding the timing of his signing of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, which coincided with the day of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s death.
Speaking on Thursday, October 23, Ruto dismissed claims that there was anything unusual about the process, insisting that it was part of his normal constitutional responsibilities.
He further noted that the amendment had been in progress for some time and had fully complied with all legal procedures.
“There are people trying to tarnish Kenya by all means; this law already existed, and the amendment began in 2024 and was done by Parliament.
“On Wednesday, signing that law was my task for the day, and it was a constitutional duty because it had gone through all the required stages. Unfortunately, we lost Raila Odinga, but I was already in the office performing that duty,” he said.
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Ruto noted that he was already at work and was even getting ready for other matters when the tragic news of Raila’s passing reached him.
“I was even dressed up, preparing to go to Ukambani for road matters. So, I was on duty, just like any other citizen; there’s nothing to hide, nothing to do at night. We are doing the right thing for Kenya,” he added.
Elsewhere, on Wednesday, October 22, the High Court in Nairobi has temporarily suspended the implementation of key provisions of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, pending the hearing and determination of a petition challenging its legality.
Justice Lawrence Mugambi issued the conservatory orders following an application filed by gospel artist and human rights advocate Reuben Kigame and the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC).
In his ruling, Mugambi directed that the application and its submissions be physically served on the respondents within three days, with proof of service to be filed thereafter.
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