Kibaki urges road caution over Easter

President Kibaki has directed the police to enforce the law and deal firmly with motorists who violate traffic regulations especially during the Easter holiday.

He regretted the growing number of motor vehicle accidents and loss of many lives especially on roads that have recently been improved.

In his Easter goodwill message, the President blamed the many accidents to careless driving and called on motorists to exercise caution and avoid speeding.

He especially cautioned on the dangers of alcoholism and told driver to stay avoid drinking while transporting passengers.

The Head of State urged Christians congregating in various places of worship this Easter weekend to conduct special prayers for the safety of the citizens and the country.

“Let us all sanctify ourselves and pray for God’s help in ensuring the safety of our people and country” he said.

President Kibaki urged Kenyans to appreciate the many blessings God has bestowed on them.

“Indeed, we need to be thankful to God individually and collectively as a nation as we appreciate that without His Mercy we would not share in His bounty of blessings nor manage to surmount the challenges that come our way,” noted the President.

His message also reminded Christians that the resurrection of Jesus was the consummation of God’s plan of deliverance for humanity from the bondage of sin.

“During this joyful occasion, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the promise of redemption and eternal life, which arise from the power of the resurrection” he observed.

He impressed on Christians to learn from God’s sacrificial giving of His only son for the love of humankind and demonstrate the same to the less fortunate members of the society.