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DP Ruto calls Kibaki Kenya's 'greatest President' in speech at Nyayo Stadium

Deputy President William Ruto arrives at Nyayo National Stadium on April 29, 2022, for Mwai Kibaki's state funeral service. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

Deputy President William Ruto described Mwai Kibaki as “Kenya’s greatest President” during his (Ruto’s) speech at the Nyayo National Stadium on Friday.

The DP made the remarks as the incumbent, Uhuru Kenyatta, listened keenly. In attendance, were three other presidents – Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, Sahle-Work Zewde of Ethiopia and Salva Kirr Mayardit of South Sudan.

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