Calls for peaceful co-existence took centre stage on Friday as Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki led the launch of empowerment program in Njoro Constituency under the host of area MP Charity Kathambi and Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika.
The lively event at Jawatho Grounds in Njoro, saw speaker after speaker root for peace as the only way to have development realized.
Speaking at the event Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki lauded Nakuru leaders for standing for peace, and encouraged them to continue doing so owing to the fact that Nakuru is a cosmopolitan County.
He also used the moment to rally support for Government’s development agenda in various sectors.
Ok education matters that have elicited mixed reactions across the country, Kindiki noted that the government’s plan for the education sector cannot be derailed by anyone.
According to him, the new model of funding for universities had a few challenges here and there but have been ironed out.
“We started new model of funding the university education but experts advised and President Ruto formed a new taskforce that came up with report. Government has adopted the report towards implementation of University funding model. The Government will reduce school fees for Universities,” he stated.
Kindiki also revealed that The Social Health Authority insurance has taken shape and Nakuru also doing well in terms of registration.
“Those challenging our administration should give us what they did while in power. We want to focus on mature Politics of development and uniting Kenyans,” he stated.
During the meeting, DP Kindiki delivered President Ruto’s contribution Kshs 3 million to support various groups in Njoro.
The DP also added his contribution of Kshs 1.2 Million Shillings.
Nakuru Governor while drumming support for President William Ruto’s second term, pointed out that Nakuru County has been a beneficiary of various projects from National Government.
She also used the moment to urge Nakuru residents to maintain peace and avert political divisions.
Sentiments echoed by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwa.
“We have only one agenda to ensure peaceful coexistence in Njoro, Nakuru and Kenya as a whole. During campaigns we made it clear that we have a bottom up agenda and that is why we are living up to the task as directed by President William Ruto,” stated Ichungwa.
The Lawmaker used the moment to tell off those criticizing the program adding that those who have moved to challenge the National Government economic empowerment program in courts are ill adviced.
“We are all brothers and sisters. No Kenya should allow politics of division. Those who came to Njoro from Kiambu have also room to live here in peace as they have continued to live,” he stated.
On education, the Lawmaker defended government adding that already there is an increase in HElb loan disbursement and also the government has reduced the fee for universities.
Chair Kenya Roads Board Aisha Jumwa who graced the event reiterated Kimani Ichungwa’s sentiments on state of roads.
According to her, all pending bills for road projects contractors have been cleared and the projects will be completed.
On matters peace, Jumwa urged residents and Kenyans at large to ensure peaceful coexistence moving forward towards 2027 general polls.
Sentiments echoed by Nominated MP Sabina Chege.
“We need unity that anything in this country and that is what the President is after. I was on Azimio side, but I made up my mind to support Kenya Kwanza Administration,” she said.
Sentiments echoed by Uriri Lawmaker Mark Nyamita.
He reiterated that he was in Azimio and didn’t vote in President Ruto but when he was sworn in, politics changed and projects are all over no matter where you come from or how you voted.
Other leader who addressed included Molo MP Kimani Kuria who lauded Njoro MP Charity Kathambi on the Empowerment program that starts with the PWDs, women and Widows.
On national politics, the Lawmaker told off those claiming President Ruto has one term, urging the competitors to give a better alternative plan rather than engaging in unnecessary noise.
On her part Bahati Legislator Irene Njoki was categorical that in Nakuru the focus is on Development and that as leaders they shall not allow politics of division.
Other leaders who spoke included MPs David Gikaria(Nakuru Town East), Woman Rep Lisa Chelule, Nakuru County Government officials and MCAs.
