William Ruto Agrees to Be Given More Nicknames as Long as He’s Re-Elected: “Nimekubali”
President William Ruto has once again embraced the creativity of Kenyans who keep giving him new nicknames. Speaking in Embakasi on Friday, March 14, Ruto joked that he had no problem with Kenyans calling him different names—as long as they re-elect him in 2027.
“Lakini hata nyinyi, si mtanimaliza na majina. But I want us to agree, people of Embakasi. I have agreed that you guys should give me more names until they get to ten, which will be equivalent to 10 years,” Ruto said, laughing.
His remarks sparked excitement among the crowd, with many cheering in agreement.
A Growing List of Names
Over time, Kenyans have given Ruto several nicknames, each reflecting different aspects of his leadership and personality. It started with Hustler, followed by Survivor, then Zakayo, Kasongo, and most recently, El Chapo.
These names, often popularized through social media, have taken a life of their own. Kenyans use them humorously to describe his policies, decisions, and political resilience.
Despite the satire behind some of the names, Ruto remains unbothered. He has instead chosen to embrace them, proving his ability to connect with the public on a lighter note.
Performance Over Nicknames
Beyond the humor, Ruto reminded Kenyans that their votes should be based on performance, not just popularity.
“You told me to initiate improvement in the health sector. And I am ensuring that SHA gets to work. You are the ones who will decide in 2027 who to vote for depending on how they have been working for Kenyans,” he stated.
His statement highlights his focus on delivering results to secure a second term in office.
Ruto Claps Back at Online Critics
This is not the first time Ruto has responded to Kenyans over his nicknames. On January 21, he acknowledged the viral names Kasongo and Zakayo during a public event.
He argued that the nicknames reflect his intelligence and resilience as a leader. According to him, as long as he remains focused on transforming the country, the names do not bother him.
The name Kasongo became popular following the hit song Kasongo by Super Mazembe. Kenyans later adopted it as a humorous reference to the president.
What’s Next?
With the 2027 elections approaching, Ruto seems determined to use humor and performance to maintain his political grip. Whether Kenyans give him five more nicknames or not, his focus remains on securing another term.
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William Ruto Agrees to Be Given More Nicknames as Long as He’s Re-Elected: “Nimekubali”
