Atwoli defends President Ruto over his KSh 200m jet to US
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COTU boss Francis Atwoli tells off those criticizing President William Ruto KSh 200m jet to the US
COTU boss Francis Atwoli tells off those criticizing President William Ruto KSh 200m jet to the US.
Speaking on Friday, May 24 during the burial of Navakholo MP Emmanuel Wangwe’s late mother, Agneta Nerima Wangwe Atwoli stated that everyone strives to live well.
Atwoli stated that once one gets into a powerful position, they must conduct themselves in a way that commands respect.
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K) secretary general stated that it would be absurd if Ruto had opted to fly on a Kenya Airways plane, adding that anybody suggesting that would be a laughing stock.
“You must live well, think well, be focused, and be in command of everything around you in leadership. Suggesting that a sitting president should travel to Europe on Kenya Airways; even if you mention this to others, they will laugh at you. Imagine the president waiting for someone to use the toilet on a plane, standing and waiting for that person to come out. Traveling to America takes over 18 hours, sometimes even 20 hours, because of stopovers,” he said.
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Atwoli urged leaders to conduct themselves in a way that befits their position in leadership, including who they associate with or eat, “Once you are elected, you are no longer just a voter; you are the executive CEO of your constituency. If you used to drink local brew, you cannot go back to that. You are a manager, and you must exhibit your managerial power,” he stated.
He revealed that when traveling for conferences outside Kenya, he always flies in first class, which is equal to his status.
“Do not associate yourself with poverty. Nobody wants to be associated with a poor person. Poverty is the enemy. As an MP, do not wear a suit from Turkey! You’ll never see me in economy class; when I travel to Europe, I fly first class because I speak for Africa, for Kenya, and I must carry myself with that dignity,” Atwoli added.
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