Ruto allies outline issues to raise with Uhuru as he tours Rift Valley

Deputy President William Ruto (centre) consults with Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen (right), former Majority Leader Aden Duale (left), and former Machakos Senator Johnstone Muthama, at his home in Karen, Nairobi. [David Njaaga, Standard]

William Ruto’s allies have promised President Uhuru Kenyatta a warm welcome in his new charm offensive across the country with trips to Lower Eastern and Rift Valley in the coming week.

During the tours, the president is expected to come face-to-face with leaders who have recently gone against him.