President William Ruto and his deputy, Kithure Kindiki, enjoyed a light moment on Monday, as the Head of State casually attempted to fix the country's Number Two's cap.
The pair was in Meru County alongside Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano for the official rollout of the third phase of the Human-Wildlife Conflict Compensation Fund.
Expectedly, the President dressed for the occasion as he tried his best to represent tourism with a safari hat, a travel vest and a pair of trousers.
For Kindiki, he opted for a more official look as he was dressed in a shirt and blazer along with a Kenya Wildlife Service-branded cap.
Kindiki's hat was a special focus for the president at the event. At some point, Kindiki appeared to be struggling to fit the accessory onto his head. Luckily, President Ruto was on deck and was all too willing to lend a helping hand.
In a delightful video obtained by Kenyans.co.ke, the President can be seen intervening to adjust Kindiki's cap after the DP's initial attempt to fit it failed.
Once done, President Ruto handed the cap back to Kindiki, who successfully fitted it before giving the Head of State a nod of approval. The pair then proceeded to walk to the podium in unison in what was a clear show of cohesion between a president and his deputy.
What made the video interesting was the brief bonding moment between the two leaders, who appear to always be on the same page, especially during public events.
In his speech, Ruto also affirmed this notion as he thanked Meru for giving him Kindiki, hailing the DP as a leader who was well familiar with Kenya Kwanza's manifesto and vision for the country.
"He helps me push this vehicle. I am very proud that I have a deputy who understands government. Who understands what we are doing in infrastructure, education and health and is supportive of the ministers and of me to make sure Kenya is going forward?" Ruto said.
President Ruto also appeared to take a dig at some elements in opposition, adding, "He (Kindiki understands that a Deputy President does not belong to one community. He is not hateful and dramatic. He understands that the Deputy President represents the Republic of Kenya."
Kindiki, since replacing Rigathi Gachagua as Deputy President in November, has been vocal on government projects, and recently unveiled a unique side of him by openly criticising his predecessor regarding allegations that he bribed Kikuyu musicians to attend an event at his residence in Karen, Nairobi.
While addressing small-scale traders' SACCOs during an economic empowerment programme in Kabete, Kiambu County, Kindiki expressed his frustration and emphasised that the government would not condone the political intolerance that he accuses the former DP of promoting.
