In Western and Gusiiland, Dr Ruto’s lieutenants have in the recent months assumed a low profile in their support for his presidential bid. The change of Dr Ruto’s fortunes comes after President Kenyatta locked him out of the Cabinet and government business. Jubilee Deputy Secretary-General Caleb Kositany, who is also Dr Ruto’s de-facto spokesperson, on Monday told the Nation that they had opted to “observe silence” for survival. In Western and Gusiiland, Dr Ruto’s lieutenants have in the recent months assumed a low profile in their support for his presidential bid. Nobody wants to risk their career by associating with Ruto,” Mr Manyora told the Nation.

Source: Daily Nation August 11, 2020 08:00 UTC