NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept, 12 – Outgoing President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday hosted President-elect William Ruto at State House, ahead of Tuesday’s inauguration ceremony at the Moi International Sports Center, Kasarani In Nairobi county.
At least 20 heads of state are expected to grace the event where also at least 2,500 VIP guests and 60,000 Kenyans will be in attendance.
After the meeting, President Kenyatta and First Lady Margaret Kenyatta conducted the President-elect and First Lady in-waiting Rachel Ruto on a tour of State House as part of the official handing-over process.
Today’s meeting between President Kenyatta and President-elect Dr. Ruto affirms that all preparations for tomorrow’s inauguration are complete.
Also, ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, at least 10,000 police officers will be deployed across Nairobi to ensure security and peace are upheld during the day.
The officers are expected to regulate traffic within the area and across the city.
Representatives of the high-profile guests also accompanied the assumption of office committee to inspect the facility for the final time ahead of the big day.
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