Ruto faces backlash over attack on Standard Group (opens original article in a new tab)

President William Ruto faces backlash for attacking the Standard Group on social media, with critics warning it threatens media freedom and democratic principles.

• President William Ruto faced criticism for attacking the Standard Group on X
• Human rights groups and political figures condemned the remarks as threats to media independence
• The Standard Group denied allegations of extortionist propaganda and accused the government of blackmail