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Ruto's second-term confidence wavers as he admits re-election won't be easy

President William Ruto speaks during an ACK church service in  Amagoro, Teso North, Busia County. [PCS]

President William Ruto on Sunday made one of his clearest acknowledgements yet that his quest for a second term may not be as straightforward as he has often projected, conceding that securing another five-year mandate will require a determined political fight.

Speaking during a church service in Amagoro, Busia County, the President admitted that retaining power in 2027 would not come easily.

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