Former Machakos First Lady Lilian Nganga has landed in trouble with netizens over her remarks on hurling a shoe at President William Ruto during a political rally in Kuria West, Migori County on May 5th,2025.
Taking to X, Ng’ang’a criticized the act, describing it as an unproductive display of frustration. These remarks did not go over well with netizens.
“Wrong! It achieves nothing. There are always better ways to air frustration, anger, displeasure, etc,” read Lilian’s post.
Her post sparked widespread discussion across social media, with users split between support and criticism.
Some netizens accused her of being disconnected from the hardships faced by ordinary Mwananchi. Some critics even questioned her motivations, suggesting she was seeking relevance or attention.
Here are some reactions by netizens to Lilian’s remarks.
Mweetu Wa Kimutwa said, “Wrong! It does..If he was blind to it, now he sees just how much disdain people have for him…and it’s defo a much-needed spark to kick these people out.”
“You’re simping for work. And we understand Ma’am. Praise the dictator!” said Gathogo B Mwangi.
George Banks said, “Lilian Ng’ang’a saying, ‘there are better ways to show frustration, displeasure is wild. Sis, you left @Dr Alfred Mutua rebranded overnight with Juliani, then circled back with public regrets. Suddenly, shoe-throwing is beneath you? Kindly withdraw from this moral tribunal—you’re in.
Son of Methusael said, “We nyamaza bana, who are you to dictate how people react?”
Kamash Dennis said, “Last I checked, people ended up dead when they tried to use your so-called “better ways to air displeasure’ with this government. I think it is an improvement that we are now hurling shoes at each other.”
Contita said, “Airing anger and frustration is relative and subjective. You’re not the guardian of Universality, and your thoughts are not absolute.. Wait for your time and use the better ways if you have to. Leave our Shoe-jaa alone.”
“You don’t decide how people react, sweetheart. It’s not your place,” Faith added.
The shoe-throwing incident has stirred a national conversation, with many Kenyans expressing disapproval of the action while acknowledging the growing public dissatisfaction with leadership. Authorities have since arrested three suspects in connection with the act and Investigations are ongoing.
