President Ruto dodges flying shoe in Migori

President William Ruto narrowly escaped being hit by a flying shoe on Sunday, May 4, while addressing a crowd in Migori.

As the President engaged the public, an unidentified person hurled what appeared to be a shoe toward him.

In a video seen by the Star, the object flew past, missing him by a small margin.

However, President Ruto remained composed, paused, then continued with his address.

Security personnel moved in to cover the President.

The incident has ignited an online debate.

While some Kenyans condemned the act as a show of disrespect, others took to social media to express frustration over the country’s political and economic state.

Despite the interruption, Ruto concluded his speech, emphasising national unity and economic progress as key pillars of his government.

Ruto, who is in Migori for a developmental tour, attended an Interdenominational Prayer Service at Kadika Primary School in Suna East on Sunday morning.

Following the service, he went to Piny Oyie, where he opened the Suna East Sub County Office and laid a foundation stone for Suna West Technical and Vocational College.

"We are strengthening our local administration to ensure it is fully equipped to serve the people efficiently. Also laid the foundation stone for Suna West Technical and Vocational College, which will enhance access to technical training in the region," Ruto said.

He then headed to Kuria West, where he broke ground for the 298-unit Kehancha Affordable Housing Project.

"We are implementing a transformative development agenda that will ensure that no part of our country is marginalised or left behind," he added.