Man Shouts 'Kasongo Yeye' During William Ruto's Visit to Co-Operative University
- Just before the national anthem was sung at an event at the Co-operative University, a man decided to make a name for himself
- From the crowd, he could be heard shouting 'Kasongo Yeye', which left most of the people laughing in silence
- The video went viral, with many Kenyans praising the man for what they termed as boldness
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A man, believed to be a student, has just made himself known to the president of Kenya, William Ruto.
Source: Twitter
Despite not seeing his face, the president would have heard whatever he had to say as he chose the perfect opportunity.
Man shouts 'Kasongo Yeye' near Ruto
In a video that has emerged online, a man was heard shouting "Kasongo Yeye' from the famous Super Mazembe song that has also become the president's nickname.
As the guests stood just before the start, the MC announced that they would sing the national anthem before anything else.
As silence filled the tent awaiting the national anthem, a man shouted; "Kasongo Yeye" leading to laugher all over the room.
One could spot smiles all over, knowing exactly what the guy was doing, but immediately the band started singing the Anthem.
Why was Ruto at the Co-operative University?
Ruto graced the university for the installation of Benard Chitunga as the chancellor of The Co-operative University of Kenya
The president congratulated Chitunga and hoped that his leadership would bring change to people's lives.
The president also officially opened the institution’s Lecture Theatre III Annex.
Many netizens reacted to the video, with some praising him for his great timing.
flaviachege said:
"The fact that he timed when there's pin drop silence."
_adhiambo_roselyne said:
"Fear fears this generation."
sir_ian_almonte said:
"Inject, lovely scenes."
mike.kilo.fox said:
"Atume paybill tumchangie bail."
muruginjeruh said:
"Aaaaiii why didn't people join him bana."
nebulazzkenya said:
"Tumuombee juu saa hii ni kama Yule Farak anamtafuta kujua ni nani?"
mangekimambikenya said:
"I know they were dying to continue."
victembo said:
"When the National Anthem.is being sang is a no."
never_follows said:
"Very childish."
palquin_m said:
"Chaaaaaa!! Alikua anawaza nini jaman?"
atyeno_nyardudi said:
"Was it so hard for those students to pour 'mobali nangai'?"
theonlybaddiebre said:
"Not all heroes wear capes! love to see it!"
waridizuwena said:
"He's so right. National Anthem ni 'Kasongo yeyee'."
misssynice said:
"Vere naaaaaaiiiice..alete namba tutume za labor day celebresons."
namanda_jeremy said:
"Mbona wewoo. Why didn't the crowd continue."
Source: Twitter
William Ruto embraces nicknames; Kasongo, Zakayo
On May 1, 2024, during his Labour Day speech at Uhuru Gardens, Ruto also embraced his viral moniker, Zakayo.
Embracing his popular nicknames, Ruto said they don't faze him as long as his goal to transform the country continues unhindered.
In January, the president, while speaking at a church during a service, acknowledged the monikers Zakayo and Kasongo, which he was given by a section of Kenyans.
"That Kasongo name is okay. It is a great song. Let's continue with the name. Zakayo, too, isn't a bad name because I'm collecting taxes to build our nation..." he said amidst laughter.
In March, during his tour of Nairobi city, Ruto served kids of Toi Primary and Umoja 1 Primary schools chapatis for lunch on separate dates.
While serving kids at Umoja 1 Primary School, the commander-in-chief could be heard referring to himself as El Chapo, his latest nickname.
On December 31, 2024, Ruto, his wife Rachel and other politicians danced energetically to Kasongo song at the Kisii State Lodge.
The video went viral, leaving Kenyans amused at how Ruto was cool with the nickname Kasongo.
Ruto asks Kenyans to stop giving him nicknames
A few weeks back, TUKO.co.ke reported that the president asked Kenyans to slow down on giving him nicknames.
Speaking at a rally in Lang'ata in March, Ruto questioned why he keeps getting nicknames from Kenyans.
He mentioned the first he was given years back, and others before his most recent one, Kasongo.
Ruto, in a light manner, asked how many nicknames he was going to have if the people kept adding more to the pile.
Caren Nyota, Head of Entertainment Desk, contributed to this article adding details of how William Ruto embraced nicknames, Kasongo and Zakayo.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
