Appointed – Alexander Ezenagu, son in-law to President William Ruto, has landed a plum job in a Kenyan university.
Mr. Ezenagu, husband to June Ruto(eldest daughter to Ruto and Mama Rachel) has been appointed to two positions at the Strathmore University. The positions are Senior Research Fellow at Strathmore University Business School and a director of the newly-formed free trade department at the same school.
Strathmore University Business School revealed that the scholar was tasked with leading the African Continental Free Trade Agreement AfCFTA Policy and Development Centre.
The source explained that Ezenagu’s role includes leading the centre that will be dedicated to conducting research in trade, policy, and investment.
As an expert in international law, tax and trade, he will also be instrumental in the advancement of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement.
“Ezenagu brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience in the areas of trade and investment
“The AfCFTA Policy Centre aims to address the unique trade challenges and opportunities facing Africa by conducting cutting-edge research, facilitating knowledge dissemination, and offering capacity-building programs,” read the statement in part.
While reacting to the appointment, Ezenagu expressed optimism over his new role indicating that he was upto the task.