Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio has congratulated newly elected Kenyan President, William Ruto, and commend the people of Kenya for the peaceful outcome of the elections.

Earlier today, Kenya’s Supreme Court upheld the victory of the former Deputy President in the August 9 presidential election, after ruling on a number of petitions brought by his closest challenger Raila Odinga.

Responding to the election ruling, President Bio tweeted that:

“I congratulate the President-Elect of the Republic of Kenya, Dr William Ruto, on his victory in the August 9, 2022, General Elections. I also commend the people of Kenya for the peaceful outcome of the elections.

Once more, Kenya has reaffirmed our general beliefs that democracy and democratic processes remain the best way for people to choose and hold their leaders accountable.

Sierra Leone values Kenya as a strategic partner. The history of peace in Sierra Leone will be incomplete without mentioning Kenya’s support through the selfless service and courage of her soldiers, who were part of the KENBATT contingent.
My government is committed to sustaining both countries’ long history of friendship.”