[PHOTOS] President Ruto receives instruments of power
[PHOTOS] President Ruto receives instruments of power
KDF welcomed the new president with the ceremonial 21-gun salute.
• Former Chief of Kenyan Defence Forces Robert Kibochi watched the handing over at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi.
• The Constitution is handed over as a symbol that the country is governed by the rule of law, which is supposed to be the guide in the choices the President makes.
William Ruto was on Tuesday sworn in as Kenya’s fifth president to deafening cheers from thousands of supporters.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta handed over the Constitution to Ruto as part of the instruments of power.
Former Chief of Kenyan Defence Forces Robert Kibochi watched the handing over at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi.
Uhuru watched as his blue presidential standard was lowered on one pole while the presidential standard of the new commander was hoisted.
Immediately after receiving the instruments of power, KDF welcomed the new president with the ceremonial 21-gun salute.
The Constitution is handed over as a symbol that the country is governed by the rule of law, which is supposed to be the guide in the choices the President makes.