Ruto Backs Raila's Bid for AU Commission Chair, Citing Opportunity for Kenya
• Ruto supports Raila's candidacy for AU Commission chairperson because he is Kenyan and East African leaders agreed to back him • Ruto believes Raila has the capacity and stature to handle the affairs of the AU Commission office • This is an opportunity for Kenya to have representation in a major international position • Ruto says Raila's candidacy should not be seen as political, but rather what is best for Kenya • The election will be held in February 2025 to replace the current AU Commission chair from Chad