- Felix Kimurgor is determined to be a Kenyan soldier, and he has been sleeping at the RTS in Eldoret, where the rest are training
- The young man even came up with a placard appealing to President William Ruto to help him get the position that he desperately covets
- Netizens felt sorry for him as he was sleeping out there in the hope of being noticed but also admired his determination
- Many prayed that a leader or even Ruto would help the young man, and if not, that someone else would step forward to give him another opportunity
Eldoret, Kenya: Felix Kimurgor, a young man from Nandi, has shocked Kenyans with his determination to join the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).
Source: Facebook
Kimurgor has been camping outside the RTS Eldoret since November 11, trying to find a way to join the training camp along with the recruits.
“He is still appealing to anyone capable of making his dream come true to step forward and help him,” said Alfred Koech, sergeant.
“This is true passion; our leaders, please look into the matter and do something,” he added. Alfred opined that there is seeking and then there is passion, and the man was passionate.
“I hope he gets it,” he said.
How did Kenyans react to the story?
Japheth Simiyu:
“I think it’s the highest time as a country to make forces recruitment a mandatory for each citizen after high school completion.”
Ronald Kipkoech:
“Money denies people opportunities to serve their country,if the army generals value passion over money this guy should be recruited.”
Damaris Koech:
“Maybe he is the one who is going to change the situation in his surroundings.”
Cornelius Dshah Kirwa:
“This is not just job seeker but someone with passion @Felix Kosgei.”
Ñïçksõñ Kìp’køëçh:
“His prayers will be answered,let his parents buy shopping meanwhile.. kijana atapata kazi for sure … you’ll revisit this comment.”
Giddy Sanja:
“The guy is bold and passionate not after job seeking but generally loves to be man in jungle.”
Adams Tankoi:
“Such people should be considered since they like the job so much and are passionate about it.”
Kosgey C. Emmanuel:
“I believe I witnessed this yesterday giving it out to the KDF officers at Eldoret Baracks.”
Benson Cheserek: ·
“He can come Join US army….but it’s a process and most Gen z aren’t patient with life.”
Laban Korir:
“This young man’s determination is the kind of patriotism we should be nurturing. He’s not asking for favors — just a chance to serve his country.”To our leaders and KDF officials: if commitment and sacrifice matter, then this is your soldier.Let’s not let true passion go unseen. His dream is valid.”
Man joins army after 23 years of trying
In another story, Michael Cheruiyot finally got the chance to join the KDF after a recruitment drive. The 36-year-old has been striving to join the army dating back to 2011, but all had been in vain until recently.
On August 28, Cheruiyot went to the Kapsabet Showground with his documents, recommendations, as well as other testimonials to see if
Cheruiyot wanted the constabulary post, which was open to NYS service people between 35 and 45 years.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
