His comments came during the burial of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula's mother in Bungoma County on January 3, 2025.
The president made it clear that he had no issues with these names, speaking in a relaxed and lighthearted manner.
“Hio Kasongo ni sawa. Ni wimbo mzuri sana ambayo ilikuwa inaendelea, so hio Kasongo tuendelee nayo,” Ruto said, referring to the song "Kasongo."
His response, loosely translated, means, "That Kasongo song is fine, it’s a very good song, so let’s keep playing it."
Ruto was addressing the criticism he has received recently, noting that he did not mind the nickname or its association with a popular song.
The song has gained traction on social media, often used by Kenyans as a satirical comment on political events.
The song, originally by Super Mazembe, was written by Alley Katele and tells the story of a woman asking for her estranged husband's return.
In recent times, its lyrics have been adapted to target the political leadership in Kenya.
Ruto also spoke about the nickname "Zakayo," which has been linked to his administration's focus on increasing tax collection for Kenya's development.
“Ile ya Zakayo pia si mbaya kwa sababu ya kukusanya ushuru ya kuendeleza Kenya si mbaya na kwanza Zakayo ndiye Mungu alimtembelea,” he remarked.
This translates to: "That Zakayo name is not bad either because collecting taxes to develop Kenya is not bad, and Jesus visited Zakayo."
The president's comments reflect his relaxed approach to these names and the way Kenyans are using them in public discourse.
Ruto even jokingly added, “Sasa wewe hujakuwa Zakayo utatembelewa na Mungu namna gani?” asking, “Now, if you are not Zakayo, how will Jesus visit you?”
The nicknames "Kasongo" and "Zakayo" have become part of the political conversation in Kenya, with the Kasongo song particularly gaining attention after Ruto was seen dancing to it during the New Year’s Eve dinner at Kisii State Lodge.
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