President William Ruto has pleaded a case for the setting up of the School of Leadership at the University of Nairobi.

Ruto called on Global Centre on Adoption (GCA), chaired by Ban Ki-Moon, to help push the bid.

The president made the announcement following talks with the former UN Secretary General in Seoul, South Korea

According to Ruto, the school will focus on developing specialized skills in climate action and finance, and renewable energy," he concluded.

Ban Ki-Moon also serves as the president and chairperson of the Global Green Growth Institute.

Ruto noted that Africa has become a significant voice in climate action and financing. 

"To maintain this momentum, it is crucial for us to enhance our capacity in the various fields of expertise," Ruto said.

President William Ruto is among African leaders attending the South Korea-Africa summit taking place in Seoul.

South Korea is the latest developed nation to host an Africa Summit, bringing together a large gathering of continental leaders.

This is President Ruto’s second similar event since making the remarks, including the Italy-Africa summit in January.