Nairobi, April 13 -- President William Ruto on Thursday accused his political opponents of resorting to intimidation and empty threats, warning that such tactics would not succeed in ousting him from office.

In a scathing attack on the leaders under the Alternative Government banner, Dr Ruto  reiterated his commitment to safeguarding citizens from political intimidation, vowing to uphold democratic principles and inclusivity.

He spoke in Nyamira County where he made various stopovers during a "meet the people" tour and said he would not allow the opposition to ruin the country in the name of politics.

"This country belongs to all citizens and they will not intimidate anyone. They cannot tell us that they will remove the presi...