Deputy President William Ruto wants Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter to stop making remarks that are perceived to be undermining his leadership and his much-publicised presidential ambition in the next election.
Speaking during an exclusive interview with Kass FM, the vocal MP claimed that Ruto recently called him to grumble out that Keter's sentiments were harming his bid.
"The other day he (Ruto) called me complaining that I was spoiling his 2022 votes," he said on Thursday.
A few weeks ago, Keter had moved to the United States of America on a mission to explain to his 'Kalenjin brothers and sisters' why they must join other Kenyans in saving Kenya from the greed of one of them.
"Politics is about making sacrifices and being firm. I will not allow a thief to ruin Kenya simply because he comes from my tribe," he said.
Keter, however, defended his remarks saying they were not in bad faith but were aimed at ensuring that politicians keep their word to the electorate.
"Those criticising leaders from the community seeking elective office are not enemies but leaders with sober minds who correct mistakes from within," the vocal legislator said.
Ruto's allies led by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargai have vowed to ensure Keter is not re-elected in 2022 polls.