Pandemic aside, thousands gather to welcome DP William Ruto in Kisii

 

Deputy President William Ruto in Kisii. FILE

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Thousands of Kisii residents tossed themselves, defying social-distancing rules on Thursday to welcome and mingle freely with Deputy President William Ruto.

 

However, in the morning, anti-Ruto demonstrations had shaken Kisii town with pro-handshake protesters barricading roads.


Another wing of Ruto supporters, among them bodaboda riders joined the fight, attempting to overthrow the anti-Ruto protesters.

Normalcy was reestablished hours later after police officers tossed teargas at the protesters, successfully disbanding them.

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DP Ruto is expected to meet bodaboda riders, market traders and a section of Gusii leaders.