President Ruto condemned the brutal attack and assured Kenyans that those responsible would be brought to book regardless of their affiliations.

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NAIROBI, Kenya May 18 – President William Ruto has vowed justice for Rachel Wandetto, who died after she was doused with petrol and set ablaze over a tattoo bearing the President’s image.

In a statement issued on Monday, Ruto condemned the brutal attack and assured Kenyans that those responsible would be brought to book regardless of their affiliations.

“May God grant the family and friends comfort, peace, and courage to bear with the loss of Ms Rachel Wandetto. The criminals that attacked this hardworking and promising lady will be held to account, irrespective of their affiliation,” the President said.

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Ruto further denounced political intolerance and violence linked to differing political views, warning that such acts threaten the country’s democratic stability.

Wandetto reportedly suffered severe burn injuries after she was attacked over tattoos of President Ruto and pro-government messages on her body.

She later succumbed to the injuries while undergoing treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.

Cases of businesses being vandalised and property looted during the unrest were also reported.

RHCO Deputy Executive Director Alzira Arodi said the increase in fuel costs would significantly strain household budgets and weaken family cohesion.

National Liberal Party leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli has backed peaceful fuel protests and called for a 90-day suspension of VAT on petroleum products...

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya