- Ivy Chelimo, who coined the viral ‘Riggy G’ nickname for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, secured a job in his communications team after the nickname gained attention
- She met with the DP, requested a job, and has now worked for him for two years
- In a recent interview, Ivy shared why she chose to work in communications and how the experience working for the countries’ second in command has been so far
Ivy Chelimo, the creative genius behind Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s catchy nickname ‘Riggy G’, recently opened up about her remarkable journey from a viral sensation to a key player in the Deputy President’s communications team.
What started as a playful twist on the DP’s name unexpectedly transformed Chelimo’s career.
In a candid interview on Homeboyz Radio, Chelimo shared how her life took an incredible turn when the nickname ‘Riggy G’ became a nationwide hit.
Soon after, she was contacted by none other than the DP’s son, who delivered life-changing news.
“After the name went viral, the DP’s son reached out to me and said his father wanted to see me,” Chelimo recalled.
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At the time, Chelimo had been job-hunting for almost a year, so when Gachagua asked her what she wanted, she didn’t hesitate. “I said I wanted a job,” she added.
Turning a Viral Moment into a Career
During the meeting, Gachagua offered Chelimo a position in his legal department, given her law background.
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However, Chelimo had a different path in mind. “I told him I wanted to try something new, and that’s when I expressed my interest in joining the communications department,” she revealed.
The DP agreed, and Chelimo began a new chapter in her life.
Now, two years later, Chelimo has flourished in her communications role, growing her career and expanding her networks.
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Reflecting on the journey, she said, “It’s been crazy, I won’t lie, but also enlightening. I went from being unemployed to building connections that can change my life.”
Personal and Professional Growth
Working in the Deputy President’s communications team has provided Chelimo with invaluable experience and career growth.
“This opportunity has helped me build my portfolio in ways I never imagined, especially when it comes to my professional development,” she said.
