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'I Regret Any Misunderstanding': DP Ruto Apologises Over ‘No Cows’ In DRC Remark
'I Regret Any Misunderstanding': DP Ruto Apologises Over ‘No Cows’ In DRC Remark
Deputy President William Ruto has finally broken his silence on the ongoing controversy with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) over his recent remarks.
DP Ruto, in a statement released on Wednesday evening, retracted his controversial Monday sentiments that the DRC has no cows, which have since brought him under fire.
The DP has elucidated that his speech may have been taken out of context since his intentions were purely to reach out to the local residents.
“My speech was informal, and my use of certain effects was purely to underscore the magnitude of the opportunity and the urgency of the moment to a local audience. It was not intended to be disrespectful in any way,” said the DP in a statement by his presidential campaign Communications Director Hussein Mohammed.
He similarly noted that his assertions were not meant to cause strife with the Central African nation as he himself holds a high opinion of the country.
“I regret any misunderstanding that may have arisen on account of my speech, and take this opportunity to assure the government and people of the DRC of my profound admiration and high regard,” stated the DP.
Ruto made the now infamous remarks while speaking to micro, small and medium enterprise owners in Nyeri County on ways to augment the country’s agricultural sector.
He said: "...Na tuko na soko kuanzia hapa DRC hao wako na 90 milion people na hawana hata ngombe moja."
Source: Citizen Digital
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