Supporters of President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday broke out in song and dance as they celebrated the Supreme Court decision to uphold his re-election.
Jubilee leaders also expressed their satisfaction with the judges’ decision.
Deputy President William Ruto tweeted: “Halleluyah! Glory to God in heaven. He has remembered our nation, given us hope & future. Wakenya jameni mubarikiwe mpaka mshangae together.”
National Assembly Majority Leader Aden Duale stated that the ruling now paves way for the swearing in of President Uhuru Kenyatta.
National Assembly Majority Leader Aden Duale stated that the ruling now paves way for the swearing in of President Uhuru Kenyatta.
“After every bitterly contested election there are fallouts among the ranks and citizens. It is the role of every government and president to make sure that he carries everybody, those who voted for him and those who did not,” he said, adding that through devolution and Parliament, leaders must purpose to unite Kenyans.
Mr Kenyatta’s supporters simultaneously flooded streets in various towns, including Nairobi’s central business district, as they cheered, honked car and motorcycle horns and danced, while others prayed.
Jubilee supporters crowded outside the Supreme Court carrying flags and placards of Jubilee leaders, including Mr Kenyatta.
In Nakuru County, supporters cheered and blew vuvuzelas as some held up loaves of bread as they celebrated.
In Githurai, a similar celebratory mood engulfed the area with people singing “Uhuru tano tena”.
Many traders in Nairobi County cashed in as they sold Kenyan flags and Jubilee merchandise to people celebrating Mr Kenyatta’s victory.
Youths stormed most parts of Thika Road as they celebrated Jubilee’s victory.
Jubilee supporters in Budalang’i, Busia County, also marched in the streets to celebrate the court’s decision.
Jubilee supporters in Budalang’i, Busia County, also marched in the streets to celebrate the court’s decision.
In Maralal Town, Samburu County, Jubilee supporters expressed their joy at the judges’ decision.
Businesspeople, boda boda riders and a section of residents said the court’s decision was a sign that the political uncertainty in the country and economic sabotage would come to an end.
Businesspeople, boda boda riders and a section of residents said the court’s decision was a sign that the political uncertainty in the country and economic sabotage would come to an end.
In Mombasa County, supporters came out to celebrate the win and show their solidarity with the President. Most of them donned party colours.
Celebrations broke out in Mumias East, a Jubilee stronghold in Kakamega County, shortly after Mr Kenyatta’s win was upheld.
Some traders had closed their businesses fearing there would be an outbreak of violence and protests but later re-opened them.
Some traders had closed their businesses fearing there would be an outbreak of violence and protests but later re-opened them.
Leaders in Mt Kenya praised the Supreme Court judges for upholding Mr Kenyatta’s win, saying it would save the country from political uncertainty.
Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi said the court put into consideration public interest, while Embu Governor Martin Wambora said the court’s decision has brought hope. Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga was happy with the judges’ decision.
Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi said the court put into consideration public interest, while Embu Governor Martin Wambora said the court’s decision has brought hope. Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga was happy with the judges’ decision.
Kirinyaga County residents yesterday burst into song and dance, waving placards and causing a major traffic jam in the usually busy Kutus-Kerugoya road, while Kiambu Jubilee supporters marched in the streets, singing and beating drums.
