William Ruto has assured his opponents that they should have nothing to fear under his government, but warned that every Kenyan will henceforth account for what they do or say. After confirmation as president-elect by court on the 5^th September 2022, Ruto says he would extend a hand of peace to his political opponents, but warned that during his tenure, any Kenyan who breaks the law in any way will be brought to book.

Speaking to the media after the court verdict Ruto took a swipe at his opponents, saying they were forcing people by coercion, intimidation and threats to join the Azimio la Umoja coalition, all the people were now free. He stressed that he will encourage the thriving of opposition as a way of strengthening democracy.