This archive report was first published on 29 June 2019.
On Friday, June 28, 2019, Deputy President William Ruto's family attended the graduation ceremony of his daughter Stephanie Ruto at Strathmore University. The young woman was among the students graduating with an undergraduate degree in law.
However, it was the photo session between the Deputy President and his daughter that has caught the attention of many on social media. In the photo, Stephanie excitedly reached out to hug her dad, but Ruto appeared too keen to keep his hands in his pockets.
Netizens had a field day with the picture, commenting on how the DP was acting like a typical African dad from the 70s. Many questioned why Ruto seemed uncomfortable or unresponsive to his daughter's warm hug.
“Congratulations to Stephanie Ruto on your graduation from @StrathU with a degree in Law. Your dedication, hard work, self-sacrifice and God’s grace has triumphed. As you join your peers in the legal profession, may you stand with the tenets of justice, fidelity and impartiality,” tweeted Mr Ruto.
