Extra GSU officers and Administration Police have been deployed at the President-elect William Ruto's Sugoi home, where visitors and villagers continued to flock for celebrations.
There were firm restrictions outside the gate by a contingent of five GSU officers, despite evidence of activities with vehicles running in and out of the compound.
Several AP officers were also seen inside the compound, which is heavily fenced. Other security teams were patrolling along all roads leading to the home.
Residents of Sugoi, led by George Kebenei, said they were so excited and wanted to be allowed into the compound to pray and celebrate.
“Whenever Ruto is here at home, he usually allows us into the compound and many other visitors. Now that he has won the election, we need free access before we allow him to go and serve the country," Kebenei said.
Sources at the home said they expected additional security to be deployed within the area.
Leaders from the region poured praise on Ruto, saying they all along believed he was destined for bigger things.
Outgoing Uasin Gishu Deputy Governor Daniel Chemno sent his congratulations to the president-elect and wished him well.
“Many Kenyans believed in him and that is why they voted for him. He has fought his way up with principles based on a strong belief in God. It’s this foundation that has propelled him,” Chemno said.
Elected leaders in the region, led by senator-elect for Uasin Gishu Jackson Mandago were planning for a celebration caravan that would run from Kapenguria in West Pokot through Trans Nzoia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Uasin Gishu and Nandi, among other areas.
Organisers were, however, not clear as to when then celebrations caravan would take place.
Residents of Eldoret celebrated overnight after Monday’s announcement by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission chairman Wafula Chebukati declaring Ruto as the president-elect.
Some of the residents thronged entertainment joints to make merry, as they praised the Kenya Kwanza team for the victory.
Former envoy to Pakistan Julius Bitok also sent his congratulations to Ruto, noting that the victory was for Kenyans who believed in the manifesto extensively explained by the outgoing deputy president.
“Throughout his campaigns, the president-elect has had a consistent message that resonated well with ordinary Kenyans and that is why they came out to vote for him,” the former envoy said.
He described Ruto as a resilient leader and a man of his word who would fully implement his vision for a good Kenya with equal opportunity for everyone.
“Those of us who have worked with him know very well that he works very hard and never loses focus whenever he wants to achieve anything he believes to be good for the country,” Bitok said.
Local leaders in Iten and Kapsabet also said they would organise thanksgiving prayers and celebrations.
Governor-elect Stephen Sang and his deputy, Yulita Mitei, also sent out congratulatory messages to the president-elect.
Most activities in Eldoret and other parts of the region remained low key, but there was marked improvement with many businesses opening up for the first time since August 9 when the election was held.
Businessman Paul Mugo who runs a clothes shop in Eldoret said they felt safe to continue with work after the election results were announced.
“We are happy for the new president-elect and its time Kenyans go back to work so that we can rebuild our economy that had suffered serious effects due to Covid-19 and election campaigns,” the businessman said.
(edited by Amol Awuor)
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