Trending Topics in Kenya on February 25, 2017

Twitter was on Saturday abuzz as netizens discussed some of the hot issues making headlines. Some of the trending topics included:

#NASAInEldoret

The hashtag was created by a majority of Kenyans who seemed excited by National Super Alliance (NASA) public rally to be held in Eldoret led by Raila Odinga.

A section of the public expressed excitement that it would be hosted in Deputy President William Ruto's backyard.

Some indicated they would attend the rally in large numbers exuding confidence the Opposition was capable of handling the problems facing the country.

On the other hand, others created memes to ridicule the DP claiming he had panicked over the mega event being held in his stronghold.

#HullCityVsAllStars

A majority of netizens used the hashtag to express support for a select Kenyan football team that is set to face English Premier League side Hull City.

The game will be played on Monday night and will be aimed at improving the soccer standards in the country.

Nyeri

Nyeri was still trending following the demise of Governor Nderitu Gachagua who died in the wee hours of Friday morning.

Those who weighed in on the matter continued to pass their condolence messages to his family and the residents of Nyeri.

Read Also: See How Uhuru and Other Top Politicians Mourned Nderitu Gachagua

Kerio Valley

The subject was the point of discussion after the killing of a chief by armed bandits who attacked a rally attended by the Deputy President.

DP Ruto had visited Baringo county which has recently experienced deadly attacks which have led to the death of dozens of people.

Most of those who commented on the subject expressed their disappointment that the government had seemingly neglected the volatile area.

Read Also: Chief Killed During DP William Ruto's Visit to Baringo County

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