- President-elect William Ruto is a father of seven children who are now Kenya’s first sons and daughters
- His firstborn son Nick is a lawyer, while his second born June is a diplomat and is married to a Nigerian man
- Charlene is President-elect William Ruto’s third-born child, and she studied Communication at Daystar University
With President-elect William Ruto now poised to take the oath of office, his family is now set to be Kenya’s first family.
Ruto is a father of six biological children and one adopted daughter; he raised them well, and the president has also accorded his offspring the best education that has prepared them for lucrative opportunities.
From his first-born son, Nick Ruto, a lawyer, to his last born, George Ruto, TUKO.co.ke now brings you the country’s first sons and daughters.
1. Nick Ruto
Nick Ruto is the president-elect’s firstborn son. Though he prefers to live his life away from the public, he occasionally accompanies him to his political meetings.
Nick is a lawyer by profession. In February 2019, he was admitted to the bar by then-chief justice David Maraga after successfully passing his exams.
Nick also tied the knot early this year in a grand traditional ceremony. His wife’s name is Everlyne Chemutai.
2. June Ruto
The ever-glowing June Ruto is the president-elect’s first-born daughter. June is a foreign diplomat who also prefers to live away from public scrutiny.
She represents Kenya in Poland.
In May last year, she amazed Kenyans after her colourful wedding, which was held at Ruto’s Karen residence.
She got married to her Nigerian lover Alexander Azenagu.
3. Charlene Ruto
Charlene is President-elect William Ruto’s third-born child. She studied Communication at Day Star University.
She reportedly works at her father’s Weston Hotel as the director of PR and branding.
Charlene often leaves Kenyans awed with her chic fashion sense whenever her photos surface on social media.
4. Stephanie Ruto
Stephanie Ruto is also keen on living a private life.
The young lady graduated from Strathmore University with a degree in law.
Her parents attended the 2019 graduation, and the president-elect also wrote her a heartwarming congratulatory message.
5. George Ruto
William Ruto’s lastborn son is George Ruto who works as a pilot.
The president-elect’s son once ignited mixed reactions after he dressed casually while accompanying his dad on a visit to Ugandan president Museveni’s residence.
Just like his siblings, he also prefers to avoid public scrutiny in his day-to-day life.
6. Abby Cherop
The president-elect is also the father of a teenage girl who is in high school.
Abby only came to the limelight in 2017 after her mother, Prisca Bett, dragged Ruto to court over child support. The then-DP confirmed siring Abby and said he also looks after her.
Abby also performed exceptionally well in her national exams in 2019. She proceeded to Alliance Girls High School the following year.
7. Nadia Cherono
Nadia Cherono is perhaps the greatest proof that the president-elect is a kind person.
Ruto was touched by Nadia’s plight as she was abandoned as a newborn. He offered to adopt her and even gave her the name of his mother, Cherono.
His wife Rachel recently appeared with Nadia while accompanying Ruto to collect his election certificate after winning the August 9 state house race.
Ruto’s children show him support during his address to the nation
President-elect William Ruto’s children stole the show after appearing in his address to the nation from his Karen residence.
Ruto addressed the nation after the Supreme Court upheld his presidential win in the presidential election petition that had been filed by his rival Raila Odinga.
They each lined up from the firstborn Nick Ruto and his gorgeous wife, Everlyne Chemutai, to June Ruto, Charlene, and George Ruto.
