Deputy President William Ruto warns against clan politics
Deputy President William Ruto in Marsabit on April 25, 2015. PHOTO | DPPS
What you need to know:
- He said a peaceful country attracts investment and spur social-economic growth.
- The Deputy President at the same time said the Government would use Sh1billion to revive the construction of Badasa dam.
Deputy President William Ruto has asked north east Kenya residents to shun clan politics.
Mr Ruto warned residents and leaders against engaging in divisive politics and work together to develop their counties.
He said political “hatred” was detrimental to social and economic prosperity as it undermines development initiatives.
He said a peaceful country attracts investment and spur social-economic growth.
Speaking at Marsabit Stadium on Saturday, the Deputy President urged communities to focus on activities that will turn round their living standards.
“Say no to what will separate you because of politics. Let us stay in harmony as people of one country with a common agenda of moulding a prosperous peaceful nation.
“We cannot build a united nation if we engage in politics driven by ethnicity and tribalism,” said Mr Ruto.
He said Kenya has great potential of becoming one of the leading African economies and this depends on peace and stability.
The Deputy President urged leaders from counties hit by incidences of insecurity to spearhead peace campaigns in their areas.
SH1 BILLION DAM
The Deputy President at the same time said the Government has allocated Sh1billion to revive the construction of Badasa dam.
He said the National Water and Irrigation Board has been directed to ensure the construction work, that had stalled, resume as soon as possible for residents to get uninterrupted water supply.
Mr Ruto emphasised the importance of education and said the Government has allocated Sh20 million to Marsabit Boys High School to improve its infrastructure.
He said the Jubilee administration was focused on serving all Kenyans irrespective of how they voted during the last general election.
On land, the Deputy President said title deeds will soon be issued to residents to end conflicts over ownership and grazing fields.
Leaders who attended the function included Marsabit Governor Ukur Yattani, Senator Ukura Godana, MPs Ali Raso (Saku), Stephen Manoti (Borabu) and Yusuf Chachu (North Horr).
Other MPs are Robert Duba (Moyale), David Were (Matungu), Francis Kigo (Gatundu North) and Joseph Samal (Isiolo North).
