The Real 5th: William Ruto

In Summary

• This followed a unanimous decision by the apex court judges on the petition by Raila Odinga challenging William Ruto's victory.

by HILLARY BETT

05 September 2022 - 13:43

The Supreme Court of Kenya on Monday confirmed William Ruto as the real fifth President of the Republic of Kenya.

This followed a unanimous decision by the apex court judges on the petition by Raila Odinga challenging William Ruto's victory.

Ruto will now be sworn in as president.

Deputy President declared President-elect on August 15 by IEBC chairman Wafula Chebukati following bitterly contested August 9 polls.

He garnered 7,176,141 votes (50.49%), defeating Azimio flagbearer Raila Odinga who won 6,942,930 votes, representing (48.85%).