Ruto displays statesmanship, spares Opposition his usual barbs

Reconciliatory:  Deputy President William Ruto  welcomes President Uhuru Kenyatta to address the nation during Jamhuri Day celebrations on Tuesday in Nairobi . [Beverlyne Musili]

Welcoming President Uhuru Kenyatta to address the nation during Tuesday’s Jamhuri Day celebrations, Deputy President William Ruto didn’t cut his usual the combative picture. He had no brickbats for the Opposition while sounding reconciliatory.

While thanking those who voted for Uhuru Kenyatta and Jubilee he didn’t forget to have a good word for the Opposition.