A post by President William Ruto mourning the death of at least 179 victims in the Jeju plane crash has drawn criticism from a section of Kenyans.

In a message shared on X, the president expressed his condolences, stating: "We are devastated by the Jeju Air accident that has claimed more than 170 lives.

Our thoughts are with the victims' families and the people of South Korea at this sorrowful time." Kenyans, however, criticised the president, suggesting he should prioritize addressing pressing domestic issues such as the ongoing spate of abductions and forced disappearances. "We stand with you in grief, Mr.

President.