The photo shows the two leaders sharing a jovial moment outside the house immediately after the burial of deputy president's brother Harrison Kiptoo which was held in Kamagut village, Uasin Gishu County.
Many leaders and citizens have expressed their reactions on internet terming William Ruto as a real village boy who broke the yolks of poverty and emerge the successful politician.
“This is where my journey began Mr President. DP showing the boss his Singoroina or Simba or Thingira...” posted Aaron Cheruiyot, Kericho senator on his Facebook page.
“Good Morning Kenya...H.E Uhuru Kenyatta at H.E William Samoei Ruto's first house in in Sambut Village, Kamagut, Uasin Gishu County yesterday."
"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways declares the LORD,” posted Cleophas Langat, Nandi County Governor.