In Summary
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Ruto reminded them that the assignment bestowed on them was to serve the Republic and the people of Kenya.
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He said that they must always remember that it is a solemn responsibility and they will exercise authority, which comes with huge responsibility.
President William Ruto fits new insignia on Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Muriu Kahariri during the swearing in ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
The new National Defence University Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance Maj General Thomas Ng'ang'a takes oath of office during the swearing in ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
Kenya Army Commander David Tarus (left), new vice of Chief of Defence Forces Major General John Omenda and Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Muriu Kahariri during the swearing in ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
The new Kenya Airforce commander Major General Fatuma Ahmed takes oath of office during the swearing in ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
President William Ruto and Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Muriu Kahariri assist in fitting the new insignia to Vice Chief of Defence Forces Major General John Omenda during the swearing in ceremony at at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
President William Ruto with new Kenya Airforce Commander Major General Fatuma Ahmed during the swearing in ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
President William Ruto with other military bosses after the swearing in ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
President William Ruto, his deputy Rigathi Gachagua and Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale pose for a photo with other members of the National Security Council at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.
President William Ruto, his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua and Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale pose for a photo with other senior military officers at State House, Nairobi, on May 3, 2024.