Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has extended his warm wishes to former President Uhuru Kenyatta as the latter celebrates his 62nd birthday.
In a statement shared on his X account, Khalwale not only acknowledged the differences that emerged during Kenyatta's presidency but also expressed his appreciation for the friendship they once shared.
He took a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about a significant moment when he hosted President William Ruto and his predecessor, William Ruto in his home in Malinya.
This was sometime in 2011 when Uhuru served as Deputy Prime Minister in the coalition government of late President Mwaki Kibaki and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
"Former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Happy birthday to you! Hope you're enjoying life in retirement. Although we went different ways during your presidency, I cherish our friendship. With nostalgia, I remember how I hosted you and @WilliamsRuto (then Minister for Agriculture) in my home in Malinya after I retained my seat as MP for Ikolomani, in the hotly contested by-election of 2011," Khalwale shared.
Khalwale also highlighted two significant contributions made by Uhuru Kenyatta during his time as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.
He noted that the former president had played a pivotal role in the release of funds for the construction of the Sigalagala-Butere Road, which has now been successfully completed.
Additionally, Khalwale expressed his gratitude for the financial support he received from Kenyatta during the hotly contested by-election campaigns in 2011, where he retained his parliamentary seat.
"You left two indelible marks 1. As Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, u released funds for the construction of Sigalagala Butere Road. It's now complete. 2. You supported me financially in those by-election campaigns. Welcome to Malinya for a drink brother," Khalwale added.
