Speaking at Mzee Patrick
Baikilanya's funeral, Murungi, who has known Ruto since their 1997
parliamentary days, declared the president undefeated in every election—from
Eldoret North seats in 1997, 2002, and 2007, to deputy president wins in 2013
and 2017, and the 2022 presidency with 50.49% of the vote.
Ruto attended and endorsed local leaders like
Governor Isaac Mutuma for re-election, signaling efforts to build support in
the Mt. Kenya region.
