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Commonwealth boss Scotland praises Kenya’s commitment to peace

Commonwealth Secretary-General  Patricia Scotland.

Commonwealth Secretary-General  Patricia Scotland. PHOTO | COURTESY | COMMONWEALTH

By  Vincent Owino

Business and Technology Reporter in Nairobi, Kenya

Nation Media Group

Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland has lauded Kenya’s top presidential candidates for their commitment to uphold peace despite a dispute over the electoral results.

On Thursday, a delegation of US legislators led by Senator Chris Coons held talks with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, President-elect William Ruto and presidential contender Raila Odinga in separate meetings, where all three leaders affirmed their commitment to peace.

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