This archive report was first published on 16 June 2020.
On June 16, 2020, a scathing critique of Deputy President William Ruto's behavior was published, highlighting his self-destructive tendencies.
Dr. Ruto's capacity for scornfulness and obsessive focus on himself have raised eyebrows, with many labeling him as hot-tempered, arrogant, and ruthlessly ambitious.
His rise to power, which he attributes to hard work, has been met with skepticism, with many questioning the source of his massive wealth.
At a National Prayer Breakfast assembly, Ruto poured scorn on his boss, President Uhuru Kenyatta, flaunting his humble background and mysterious wealth.
His comportment has been described as bold and sneering, with a tendency to rub his success in the faces of others, including retired President Moi and ODM Party leader Raila Odinga.
Despite being indicted by the International Criminal Court in 2010 for crimes against humanity, Ruto cunningly used the issue to propel himself into the grand hallways of State House.
As he sits a heartbeat away from the presidency, Ruto has a responsibility to disguise his bile and tame his scorn and hubris, adopting a unifying tone and refraining from flaunting his wealth.
However, his actions suggest a different narrative, one of self-aggrandizement and a disregard for the feelings of others.
Reactor Review's fearless approach to storytelling has shed light on Ruto's self-destructive path, leaving many to wonder if he will ultimately be his own undoing.
