This archive report was first published on 28 September 2019.
On September 28, 2019, Deputy President William Ruto suffered a personal loss when one of his staff members, Anthony Kariuki, died in a road accident in Kenya.
Anthony Kariuki, a communications officer at the Deputy President's office, was hit by a tourist van while crossing the road to his Buruburu residence at around 10pm.
According to David Mugonyi, the Head of the Deputy President's Press Service, Kariuki died before he could reach the hospital for emergency medical attention.
Deputy President Ruto took to Twitter to eulogize his communications officer, describing him as a hardworking and committed individual.
"My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family, colleagues and friends of my staff member Anthony Kariuki," Ruto tweeted. "Kariuki was sharp, dependable, industrious, committed and creative with a positive attitude. We will miss his hunger and stamina for knowledge, punctuality, team spirit and orientation to detail. Take comfort in knowing that Kariuki is now resting in the arms of the Lord. Rest in peace," he added.
