Kenyan comedian and activist Eric Omondi has begun a public search for young skater Kevin Kiarie Ruhiu, who recently won gold and another medal while representing Kenya alone at a skating championship in Benin, pledging to support him and organise a heroic airport reception ahead of his next competition in Egypt.

                                        Eric Omondi // Instagram 

Eric Omondi searches for Kevin Ruhiu after Benin's victory.

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Eric Omondi took to social media to appeal to Kenyans to help him reach Kevin Ruhiu, saying he wants to celebrate and support the skater after his remarkable achievement in West Africa.
In his message, the comedian said he had been informed that Kevin travelled to Benin without any support but still managed to win gold for Kenya. He added that plans were underway to receive him at the airport like a hero and help facilitate his participation in the upcoming competition in Egypt, urging anyone with Kevin’s contacts to come forward and assist in connecting them.
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Omondi’s call quickly attracted attention online, with many Kenyans praising the initiative and expressing willingness to help locate the skater and support his journey. The comedian’s appeal comes as Kevin’s story continues to circulate widely on Kenyan social media, especially after videos showed him celebrating alone with the Kenyan flag following his victory in Benin.
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Kevin Ruhiu’s lonely but historic triumph in Benin

Kevin Kiarie Ruhiu rose to national attention after winning gold in freestyle and silver in classic slalom at the International Skating Challenge in Cotonou, Benin. The young athlete travelled to the competition largely through self-funded efforts and relied on support from family and close friends to make the trip possible.
In emotional footage shared online, Kevin was seen celebrating alone after his victory, proudly carrying the Kenyan flag while thanking supporters and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to represent the country. He described his journey to the championship as a “very fierce fight,” explaining that reaching Benin was difficult due to financial and logistical challenges.

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Reports indicate that he covered most of his travel and participation costs personally, highlighting the struggles faced by athletes competing in less-funded sports such as skating.
                                           Eric Omondi // Instagram

Public support grows as Egypt's competition approaches.

Kevin’s victory has sparked national discussion about support for emerging sports in Kenya, with many citizens calling for better recognition and assistance for athletes outside mainstream disciplines. Social media users have praised his determination and urged stakeholders, sponsors, and sports authorities to support his future competitions.

The skater has already indicated that his next target is Egypt, where he hopes to compete in another international skating event, making Eric Omondi’s efforts to reach him timely as Kenyans rally behind the young athlete.