Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi addresses attendees at Chepterwai Girls School’s prize-giving ceremony in Nandi County on June 5th, 2024, urging leaders to desist from involving President William Ruto in divisive tribal politics, and commending Ruto’s efforts to unite Kenyans. [Image Source: @MusaliaMudavadi /X]
In Summary:
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called on leaders to refrain from involving President William Ruto in local tribal politics, emphasizing that Ruto is leading efforts to unite Kenyans.
- Mudavadi stated that Ruto has earned global recognition for his leadership and should not be sabotaged by those interested in propagating divisive tribal narratives.
- He commended Ruto’s decision to back Raila Odinga for the AU chairmanship, describing it as a testament to the President’s “good heart” and desire for national unity.
In a stern warning to leaders, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged them to desist from dragging President William Ruto into tribal politics.
Addressing attendees at the Chepterwai Girls School prize-giving and prayer day in Nandi, Mudavadi emphasized that Ruto is spearheading efforts to unite Kenyans and should not be undermined by those with vested interests in promoting tribal divisions.
“When our president is looking ahead to play an even bigger role globally, then let’s not be the ones pulling him back,” Mudavadi stated, referring to the over 40 presidents and heads of state who have visited Kenya in less than two years, a testament to Ruto’s leadership both locally and internationally.
Mudavadi commended Ruto’s decision to back his former rival, Raila Odinga, for the AU chairmanship, describing it as a clear indication of the President’s “good heart” and commitment to fostering unity within the nation.
“As members of the Cabinet, we should be the ones helping the President to unite the country instead of propagating divisive talk,” Mudavadi asserted, calling on his colleagues to lead by example and support the President’s agenda for national cohesion.
During the event, which was graced by President Ruto’s aide, Farouk Kibet, Majority leader Kimani Ichung’wah, governors Stephen Sang and Jonathan Bii, and a host of MPs, Ichung’wah echoed Mudavadi’s sentiments, declaring that tribal politics is no longer acceptable in the country.
He urged leaders to respect one another and refrain from engaging in name-calling and abuse driven by selfish interests.
Farouk Kibet, meanwhile, emphasized the importance of supporting education in the country, particularly through the expansion of schools.
He encouraged girls at Chepterwai Girls School and other educational institutions across Kenya to focus on their studies and avoid being misled into premature relationships.