President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto were on Tuesday night captured by cameras wearing bullet proof vests.

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The two were at Kasarani Sports gymnasium where they were launching their manifesto.

Despite sporting designer suits, white shirts and matching red ties, the duo had the vests strapped to their chests.

The vest could clearly be seen anytime Uhuru or Ruto bent a bit.

Were the two fearing a security lapse in the event?