William Ruto All Smiles As Joe Biden Offers Him His Seat At Prestigious Oval Office

• President William Ruto arrived at Washington DC on Wednesday, May 22, and was received by US First Lady Jill Biden
• A video surfaced of the moment US President Joe Biden gave Ruto a tour of the Oval Office at the White House, granting him the opportunity to occupy the presidential seat
• The video sparked massive responses from netizens, with many expressing delight at witnessing Ruto seated in Biden's chair

President William Ruto arrived at the White House in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, May 22, continuing his historic visit to the United States.

President Joe Biden received Ruto at the White House for the historic visit.

What made Ruto very happy?

A widely circulated video showed Biden taking the head of state to the esteemed Oval Office at the White House.

The two leaders subsequently posed for a photograph while exchanging handshakes.

Biden then gestured for Ruto to take a seat while pulling out a chair in the Oval Office, displaying a gesture of hospitality.

Ruto, who could not contain his excitement, moved next to Biden and took a seat as Biden stood behind him.

How did netizens react to the video?

The video sparked many reactions from netizens, with most expressing pride in seeing Ruto in Biden's seat.

Njoro man:

"The first Kenyan president to seat on that seat."

Hilles:

"Getting here is not a joke. Even Uhuru did not get a state visit to the US. Congratulations our son."

TMA:

"US president for two minutes."

Kerich:

"Truly The Heavenly father does exist."

Joseph Masta:

"I'm proud of you Mr.President."

Marar-ma

"King of Africa."

Florian Musau:

"From Kenya to the world."

Ruto meets Barack Obama at Blair House

President William Ruto met with Barack Obama at Blair House on Thursday, May 23. The leaders embraced and exchanged greetings in Kiswahili.

Obama expressed sincere gratitude for the warm reception extended to him during his trips to Kenya in July 2015, while in office, and once more in July 2018, post-presidency.

In a statement, President Ruto said his conversation with Obama primarily focused on democratic developments, climate issues, and peace and security challenges in Africa.

Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura Guthua, journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke