No deaths if Church stopped hate; President Ruto
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to reject all perpetrators of hate and division in the country.
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to reject all perpetrators of hate and division in the country.
The President regretted that the situation in the country is a result of politics of hatred, tribalism and division.
“We could not be where we are today if religious and political leaders were committed to the unity of Kenyans,” he said.
Speaking on Saturday during the Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme in Elgeyo-Marakwet County, the President told leaders to give priority to unity and work together to address the nation’s challenges.
President Ruto emphasised the need for leaders to move beyond divisive politics and focus on uniting Kenyans for the sake of peace and development.
“Politics of hate, tribalism and division is to blame for where we are today. As leaders, we must stop, pause and ask ourselves if we are doing the right thing,” he said.
He said some political leaders were inciting young people to engage in acts of lawlessness to achieve their selfish ends.
“Some leaders are inciting the youth, leading to division, hatred and lawlessness. They do not respect the rule of law and thus the destruction of roperty,” he said.
The President warned that the government will not hesitate to take stern action against leaders hiding behind young people to cause mayhem and anarchy.
“Some leaders are hiding behind the young people to restore their dwindling political fortunes. We will deal with them in accordance with the rule of law,” he said.
President Ruto said the government will take stern action against those who attacked police and security installations, and destroyed property.
He assured Kenyans of peace and stability, saying the government won’t allow selfish leaders to destroy Kenya.
“We have a duty to ensure public and private property is protected. We have said enough is enough for those who want to burn this country,” the President said.
Quit government if you can’t respect President Ruto – UDA MP dares ODM
We’ll steal votes for Ruto, that’s no secret; Wajir Woman Rep
Government issues notice to parents over ongoing typhoid, measles vaccination
Gachagua is not the solution to Kenya’s problems – Raila
Government declares 13 areas security disturbed and dangerous
Saying elections come after every five years, he told his competitors he was ready and prepared to face them when the time comes.
He termed his critics as individuals with no agenda for the nation, saying they have only succeeded in inciting young people to cause chaos and profiling Kenyans on ethnic backgrounds.
“Kenyans will judge leaders on account of what they have done in terms of development during the next General Election. But it’s now time to serve the people,” he said.
At the same time, President Ruto urged parents to teach children moral values and principles that would help shape their future for a better society.
He said there was need for parents to re-examine their roles, noting that many have failed or abandoned their parental responsibilities.
The President pointed out that it was the responsibility of parents to advise their children about good morals to shape character and prepare them for responsible adulthood.
“The problem is that many parents do not tell their children what is wrong and right,” he said.
While commissioning Etio Dam in Kapteren, Keiyo North Constituency, in Elgeyo-Marakwet County, said he was impressed that the project has been completed on time.
“This project will transform the lives of more than 8,000 households in Elgeyo-Marakwet County,” he said.
DCI summons Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara over alleged incitement
Fire breaks out at Lari Boys High School
Senator Khalwale goes after Farouk Kibet over frequent visits to Malava Constituency
Raila pushes for August talks with delegates from all 47 counties
Violent protesters to face same force as Al-Shabaab; CS Murkomen
Follow us
