First Lady Rachel Ruto has penned an emotional message dedicated to her husband, President William Ruto on Father’s Day.
Rachel’s heartwarming message shared on her social media accounts celebrated the President as a loving father to his children and making sacrifices to make their lives better.
She also paid tributes to all fathers in Kenya and called them heroes.
“Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers in our nation! You have been there for us through thick and thin; you have taught us to be strong and kind and to never give up. You have shown us what it means to be a true hero,”
“May this special day be filled with love, laughter, and all the things that bring you joy. You deserve it! To my father, thank you for being my rock and my mentor. I thank God for the gift of a great father,”
“To my dear Bill, you bring so much joy and love into our children’s lives. I am eternally grateful for the sacrifices you make for them every step of the way as a father. Happy Father’s Day.” The First Lady said.
Rachel was born on November 20 1968. She is a graduate from Kenyatta University.
The two started dating while at the university. Rachel was studying Education while her husband studied Botany.
She has been a great support system in her husband’s political career.
The couple adopted baby Nadia, who had been buried alive. They named the child Cherono, after William Ruto’s mother.