President William Ruto was among the celebrity guests who attended the lavish wedding held at the Karen Blixen Museum on Saturday, April 12.
The spectacular event was the marriage of Ronnie Kiprono and Terry Mwendwa, and it has been called one of the most elegant weddings ever witnessed in Nairobi in recent days.
The wedding brought together senior political leaders as well as wealthy businessmen, most of them associated with the government Kenya First.
The guests who arrived were treated to a special treat when they witnessed a line of luxury cars arrive at the venue, including a convoy of about 30 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagons that were meticulously arranged, reflecting the high status of the event.
Photos and videos from the event showed a large presence of political leaders and big businessmen mingling freely.
In the eyes of many, the event could have easily passed off as a strategic networking meeting, given the number of influential people present.
Among those present was the governor of Nandi County, Stephen Sang, who is a close ally of President Ruto and one of the most influential politicians in Rift Valley politics. Also present was Oscar Sudi, known as one of the loudest supporters of the president.
Kikuyu Member of Parliament, Kimani Ichung’wah, also attended the event, despite that day his state witnessed protests and clashes between police and opposition supporters.
His presence attracted mixed feelings, given the political situation that was going on in his home.
Other leaders who were noted at the event included the UDA General Secretary, Hassan Omar, as well as the Minister of Mines, Hassan Joho.
Belgut Member of Parliament, Nelson Koech, who is also an influential politician in the Kenya Kwanza coalition, was seen among the guests.
At the county level, several governors attended, including Cecily Mbarire, Anne Waiguruand Susan Kihika.
Kihika was accompanied by her husband, businessman Sam Mburu, who is the “first gentleman” of Nakuru.
Senior government officials also attended, including the Minister of Internal Security Dating Murkomen together with his Secretary General Raymone Omollo.
The Secretary of Education, Julius Bitok, was also seen among the distinguished guests.
In addition to politicians, the event was attended by big names in the business sector, including businessman DL Langat, Sam Mburu, as well as Mburu Junior and Hassan Joho’s brothers.
Former radio presenter, Shaffie Weru, was also present, said to have a long-standing close relationship with the groom’s family.
As expected for an event of this stature, the schedule was carefully managed, with speeches given only a few slots to special guests.
Among those who spoke was President Ruto, who congratulated the newlyweds and wished them well in their married life.
In a gesture of respect and hospitality, President Ruto gave the couple a unique gift of a painting, commemorating their important day and marking the beginning of their journey together.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
