Toxic Lyrical shouts “two term” for President Ruto during the State House event.
A performance by Kenyan rapper Toxic Lyrical at State House has stirred heated reactions online.
The artist, famous for his energetic street hits, found himself in the spotlight after publicly chanting “two term” in support of President William Ruto’s presidency.
The incident happened during a presidential youth empowerment event in Nairobi, where over 1,100 packages, including motorbikes and car wash equipment, were handed to youth groups.
In a now viral clip, Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie invites Toxic to address the crowd. The rapper pauses briefly, then shouts “tutam” (slang for two term), sparking loud cheers. President Ruto responded with a handshake.
Later, Toxic posted on social media, writing in a playful yet telling tone:
“Ground ni ile ile. Niseme one tam akiwa apo nipotezwe?”
(Should I say one term while he’s standing there and risk disappearing?)
The shout has sharply divided fans. Supporters believe he acted under pressure, pointing to the visible tension before he spoke. Critics, however, unfollowed him and accused him of abandoning the struggles of jobless youth, victims of police abuse, and those battling economic hardship.
This moment adds to a growing list of cases where Kenyan entertainers are judged for their political stand. Many fans now question whether musicians can remain neutral when performing for a political leader
