Ruto Declares Himself Kenya's Best-Ever President: "Hatujawahi Kuwa na Daktari Ambaye ni Rais"

• On Monday, William Ruto rallied Kenyans to back his re-election bid in the upcoming 2027 General Election
• Ruto, who spoke at State House, explained why he is Kenya's best president since independence
• He outlined some of the traits he picked from Jomo Kenyatta, Daniel Moi, Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta

Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.

Nairobi - President William Ruto has declared himself the best president that Kenyans have ever had since independence.

During a meeting at State House, Nairobi on Monday, August 4, Ruto boldly said he was the most accomplished leader Kenya has ever had.

Is William Ruto the best president?

Ruto cited his nearly three decades of political experience, including serving as an MP for 15 years, and excellent academic credentials as the driving factors behind his transformative leadership.

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He hilariously suggested that, since independence, Kenya has never had a president more learned than him.

“I’ve served as an MP for 15 years and as deputy president for 10. I’m not too old, I’m young and capable. Kenya has never had a president who is also a PhD holder — and that’s me,” Ruto said.

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Ruto stated that his humble background, from being a chicken vendor to the president, has made him grasp the issues affecting Kenyans.

“I was born and raised in the grassroots. I understand Kenya’s problems. There has never been a president with my level of education, knowledge, and experience. That’s why I must perform,” the president said.

The head of state further stated that he has no excuse for not delivering on his promises given he has drawn wide experience from all four previous presidents.

“I have Jomo Kenyatta’s courage, Moi’s understanding, Kibaki’s education, and the development plan I shared with Uhuru. With that combination, I have no excuse but to transform the nation,” Ruto added as the crowd applauded.

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Why does Peter Kaluma support William Ruto?

In other news, Homa Bay Town Member of Parliament Peter Kaluma lauded Ruto's development record.

While describing Ruto as the best president since independence, the ODM lawmaker wondered why some Kenyans were opposed to the Kenya Kwanza Alliance leader.

The lawmaker declared his support for the president's efforts to stabilise the country's economy and to promote national cohesion through his partnership with former prime minister Raila Odinga.

What can William Ruto do to become the best president?

Meanwhile, Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah said Ruto has the potential to be an effective leader.

During an interview at K24 on Tuesday, January, Wajackoyah said Ruto's mistake is having the wrong advisors.

According to the 2027 presidential hopeful, Ruto's leadership is being undermined by misguided statements from his allies.

He challenged the head of state to fire his inner circle and appoint competent Kenyans who can give him sound advice.

Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

Source: TUKO.co.ke