Rachel Ruto’s fashion at AIC Ziwani’s event elicited mixed reactions among Kenyans
The First Lady’s attire saw many criticise her, wondering if she has a professional stylist
Some came to Rachel’s defence, explaining why she wore the uniform and its significance to the AIC church
Photos of First Lady Rachel Ruto dressed in a uniform have emerged, eliciting mixed reactions.
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On Sunday, October 12, the First Lady accompanied her husband, President William Ruto, and other leaders to a church event.
The first family attended the Inland Church (AIC) Ziwani’s 70th anniversary ceremony held at Starehe Boys School grounds, in Nairobi county.
Rachel wore the AIC cadet uniform just like the female cadets who, at some point, performed during the function.
Dressed in a sky blue skirt, a matching hat and stash, a white shirt, socks, net gloves and rubber shoes.
Rachel sat next to her hubby at her event, and below are their photos:
Is Rachel Ruto a great fashionista?
“Fully uniformed First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto joined the AIC Ziwani Cadet in a graceful performance, alongside Waziri Hannah Wendot Cheptumo 👌. A true embodiment of humility and grace — leading by example, inspiring young hearts through faith, service, and song,” State House director of coordination, and KBC presenter Bonnie Musambi wrote, accompanied by the video below:
The photos and the video went viral, with many criticising the First Lady’s choice of fashion for the event, while some defended her.
A section of Kenyans came to Rachel’s defence for wearing the uniform, saying there was nothing wrong with her fashion.
Kibet Tonui:
“Great first lady was dressed for the occasion.”
Wanjiku Simon:
“Mama Taifa looks good.”
Stella Mutitu:
“Looking nice our mama.”
Yoko Ndegwah:
“Mwenye alimvalisha First Lady hio nguo ya leo I’m very sure alitoka nje kucheka kwanza.”
Youn Rank:
“Y’all bitter over nothing, that’s the Cadet star attire, it’s worn by females in AIC churches during occasions or something.”
Monicah Waron:
“🤣🤣🤣🤣Kwani leo Dr. William Samoei Ruto umeamua aje? Mama arudi shule?”
Peninah Wambua:
“Wow, I like it nakumbuka nikishona hiyo kofia .Aic mukusu under Ann mbaluka.”
Israel Wisdom Snr:
“Mwenye alimvalisha hio nguo ya leo I’m very sure alitoka nje kucheka kwanza🤭🤣🙌.”
Zippy Wairimu:
“Uniform makes people equal, she looks good.”
Kiki Gaks:
“Huyu ni bibi ya president kweli?”
Mum Lionel Nancy:
“Were socks necessary?”
Irene Wambui:
“Watu wa AIC hii mavazi ni yetu. Normally for teenage girls (cadet).”
Laura Nekesa:
“They say when you go to Rome, do as Romans do, and there is nothing wrong with the First Lady’s dress code.”
Source: Facebook
Rachel Ruto stuns in Butere Girls High School uniform
In another story, the First Lady left Kenyans awed after she shared photos wearing a Butere Girls uniform.
Rachel looked gorgeous in the maroon uniform, and many revealed that she could easily be mistaken for a young girl.
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The First Lady disclosed that she had visited Butere Girls High School with fellow alumnae to mentor the students.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
