Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, has called on residents of the Mt Kenya region to unite with fellow Kenyans in building a cohesive and prosperous nation, emphasizing that Kenya’s development is deeply anchored in unity of purpose.
Speaking during a church service at the African Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa (AIPCA) in Othaya, Nyeri County, Mudavadi appealed to the region to strengthen its support for President William Ruto, asserting that the Head of State has demonstrated genuine commitment to the region’s growth and inclusion.
“The prosperity of Kenya depends on unity,” Mudavadi said. “Development can only be realized when we rally together with a shared vision and commitment.”
In a moment of reflection, Mudavadi recalled the leadership of former President Mwai Kibaki, invoking an anecdote that highlighted the importance of staying focused despite political noise.
“There was a time during President Kibaki’s era when people constantly complained about shifting newspaper headlines,” he noted. “Kibaki asked for all the week’s papers, had the headlines read aloud, and then reminded everyone that despite the daily changes, the true constant must be unity and development. That is the headline that should never change.”
In a pointed message to Mt Kenya residents, Mudavadi said, “If you slip, know that we are ready to take over. We are being frank – better a bird in hand than ten in the bush. Many regions across Kenya wish they had just a fraction of what Mt Kenya has. That’s why it’s crucial to work closely with the President, who has shown immense faith in this region.”
Addressing the broader national context, Mudavadi dismissed the idea that communities should only support governments led by one of their own. “Regions like Western Kenya have never ruled this country, yet they support the government. The philosophy that you must support the leadership only when your own is in power is not healthy for a united Kenya,” he stressed.
Mudavadi’s remarks come at a time when national leaders are keen on consolidating political support and bridging ethnic divisions in the run-up to key development milestones and future political realignments.
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