Capital FM reports that the former president used the nickname “Sponyo” himself, following its use by President William Ruto.
Former president Uhuru Kenyatta has responded to William Ruto’s use of the nickname “Sponyo” by using it himself, according to Capital FM. Kenyatta included the name at the end of a public message.
The exchange follows a long change in the two leaders’ relationship: they won elections together in 2013 and 2017, before Kenyatta backed Raila Odinga against Ruto in 2022. Kenya’s next general election is due in 2027.
Police are investigating deaths in a Niger state detention centre. The cause remains unconfirmed, according to BBC reporting.
Nigerians are joining the refinery’s share offering, while analysts caution that investment returns are uncertain.
A flying instructor and student died in Kipeto on Friday. Investigators are examining the wreckage to establish what happened.
