The Chief of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), General Robert Kibochi is set to graduate from Kenyatta University with a PHD.
General Kibochi is the first KDF Chief of Defence Forces to be awarded the prestigious academic certification.
In his statement, Kibochi said that the five-year course was challenging given the nature of his work.
“I am delighted and honoured to be conferred with the doctor of philosophy degree by Kenyatta University focusing on the civilization of the Eastern Africa region in the consolidation of collective security institutions,” Kibochi said.
“I will single out my family, and colleagues for their moral support throughout the five-year-old journey. The journey has been long and demanding due to the nature of my work,” he added.
The Chief of Defence forces further revealed that he had to cover a wide and complex area of study.
“I hope my efforts will motivate the young leaders towards knowledge that is necessary for a dynamic and complex security environment that we are currently operating in,” Kibochi said.
The Chief of Defence Forces also congratulated fellow graduants who have been awarded degree certificates by Kenyatta University.
