Kenya’s Ruto says Nigerians speak excellent English, says he was misquoted
Wednesday April 29, 2026
A casual remark by Kenya’s president has ignited a transcontinental debate, after William Ruto was quoted as saying Kenyans “speak some of the best English in the world” and that Nigerians can require “a translator” when speaking English.
Kenya's President William Ruto. / Reuters
Are Kenyans better English speakers than Nigerians, or have national pride and online banter simply taken over? That question has dominated social media in recent days after remarks attributed to Kenyan President William…