DP William Ruto’s Aide Anthony Kariuki Killed in Road Accident in Nairobi

Deputy President William Ruto is mourning the death of one of his aides who was killed in a road accident on Friday night.

Anthony Kariuki, who worked in Ruto’s communication team, was fatally hit by a tour van while crossing Outering Road in Nairobi.

The former editor at Nation Media Group was reportedly on his way to his Buruburu home at around 10 pm when he was hit by the vehicle.

Taking to Twitter on Saturday, Ruto mourned Kariuki as a “sharp dependable, industrious, committed and creative” man.

“My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family, colleagues, and friends of my staff member Anthony Kariuki. Kariuki was sharp, dependable, industrious, committed and creative with a positive attitude.”

“We will miss his hunger and stamina for knowledge, punctuality, team spirit and orientation to detail. Take comfort in knowing that Kariuki is now resting in the arms of our Lord. Rest In Peace,” Ruto tweeted.

The deceased body was moved to City Mortuary. He leaves behind a widow and two children.