In a historic declaration at Kirigiti Grounds in Kiambu County, elders from the Kikuyu, Embu, Mbeere, and Meru communities endorsed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as the Mt. Kenya region's spokesman. The endorsement was made in the presence of Kindiki and senior leaders from the region. The elders vowed to protect the region from attempts to split it for political interests. They affirmed their commitment to preserving unity among their communities.
The declaration, read by elders from various community groups, emphasized the region's historical unity and solidarity. The elders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening and advancing this unity for future generations. Kindiki was tasked with advancing the interests of all communities in the region without discrimination. The elders mandated him to serve as their spokesperson and representative.
The endorsement was made in response to increasing calls to split the Mt. Kenya region into two over differing political engagements. Kindiki expressed sadness over the divisive talk that had prevailed in the region for months. He appreciated the efforts by the elders to rein in the situation and vowed to respect and obey their counsel and instructions.
Kindiki thanked the elders for their declaration and endorsement, promising to ensure the region gets its rightful share of development. He vowed to assist President William Ruto in promoting peace, development, and economic growth in the region. The Deputy President also rallied the people of Mt. Kenya not to allow political affiliations or personal interests to divide them.
The elders also resolved to support the government and push for the development of the region. They affirmed their support to President Ruto and Kindiki in their efforts to promote peace and development. Kindiki requested the elders to take the lead in educating youth not to engage in violent acts and to fight against illicit drinks in the region.
Kindiki forgave those who had insulted him, promising not to trade insults with them. He pointed to friendly rivalries between previous leaders in the region, including former President Mwai Kibaki and Ford Asili leader Kenneth Matiba. Kindiki urged the elders to educate youth on the importance of peaceful coexistence and hard work.
The endorsement of Kindiki as the Mt. Kenya region's spokesman is seen as a move to promote unity and development in the region. The elders' declaration and Kindiki's response emphasized the importance of preserving regional unity and promoting peaceful coexistence. The event was attended by thousands of elders from the region.
Key points
- Mt. Kenya elders endorse DP Kithure Kindiki as regional spokesman
- Elders vow to protect regional unity from attempts to split it for political interests
- Kindiki promises to ensure region gets rightful share of development and promote peaceful coexistence
