Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has entered the ongoing dispute between the Standard Group and President William Ruto, tying his remarks to the Gen Z protests held today in remembrance of the 2024 demonstrations that left several young Kenyans dead.
Speaking in the context of the anniversary protests, which have reignited national debate over police conduct and accountability, Sudi took issue with the Standard’s portrayal of those who died in 2024.
The publication has described the victims as heroes, a position that has drawn mixed reactions across the political divide.
In his response, Sudi shifted attention to the ownership of the media house, referencing former Baringo Senator and KANU chairman Gideon Moi.
The MP questioned the moral authority of the publication to criticise the current administration, invoking Kenya’s past leadership.
“This was the devil that came for our children and we lost them. We will not stand by and lose any more,” Sudi said, in remarks that appeared to address the deaths linked to the protests.
“But tell me, under your father’s leadership, how many lives were lost?” he added, drawing a comparison with the era of former President Daniel arap Moi.
Sudi’s comments come at a time when tensions remain high between the government and sections of the media.
President Ruto had earlier accused the Standard of running what he termed as sustained negative coverage aimed at undermining his administration, claims the publication has strongly denied.
The Standard has maintained that its reporting on the protests and related events is grounded in public interest and factual reporting.
It has also defended its decision to recognise those who died during the 2024 protests as heroes, framing it within broader calls for accountability and justice.