Bobi Wine’s unique message to Ruto and Raila after Koome’s ruling

Piece by: Dennis Milimo

05 September 2022

• Bobi thanked Azimio la Umoja's Raila Odinga – describing him as a key pillar in advancing democratic governance in Africa.

• President of the Republic of Zambia Hakainde Hichilema also penned a congratulatory message to Ruto.

Ugandan musician turned politician Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine has penned down a congratulatory message to Kenya’s President-elect William Ruto after the Supreme Court upheld his win.

Bobi Wine acknowledged that Kenya as a country has demonstrated that Democracy has come of age – a lesson to other African Countries.

“I congratulate the President-Elect of the Republic of Kenya, H.E.@WilliamsRuto. Throughout the campaigns, the election, and the Election Petition, Kenya has proven that its democracy has come of age. The Region has many lessons to learn. I congratulate the great people of Kenya,” Bobi Wine said.

In his message, Bobi also thanked Azimio la Umoja's Raila Odinga – describing him as a key pillar in advancing democratic governance in Africa.

“I also congratulate Rt. Hon. @RailaOdinga and thank him for his undisputable role in advancing democratic governance, not only in Kenya but in the entire region. On behalf of @NUP_Ug, we wish the President-Elect and all the people of Kenya the very best on the journey ahead,” read Bobi Wine’s message to Raila Odinga.

Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Najib Balala joined Kenyans in congratulating Ruto for his big win at the Supreme Court.

“Congratulations to the Supreme Court and Kenyans; On Election Day, Kenyans demonstrated their democratic will on the ballot and after the announcement of the presidential results, they decided to resolve the disputes raised in a peaceful, litigious manner - guided by our constitution,” Balala shared.

President of the Republic of Zambia Hakainde Hichilema also penned a congratulatory message to Ruto.

“Congratulations to Dr. William Samoei Ruto, on being declared 5th President of the Republic of #Kenya. Look forward to working with Your Excellency @WilliamsRuto to strengthen & enhance historical good relations between 🇿🇲 & 🇰🇪based on our shared priorities for our two peoples,” President Hichilema said.