NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 22 – A section of leaders allied to President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to maintain peace and avoid actions that could disrupt normal activities during the planned demonstrations later this week.

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Speaking during a church fundraiser at Nga’nayo PAG Church in Kilgoris, Narok County, Farouk Kibet called on leaders to prioritize development and service delivery instead of engaging in divisive politics.

Kibet said the Maa community remained firmly supportive of President Ruto’s administration and praised the government for initiating development projects in the region, including the ongoing Kilgoris Airport project.

He termed the planned Thursday protests as retrogressive and appealed to Kenyans to continue with their daily activities peacefully.

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“While the Constitution guarantees the right to peaceful demonstrations, that freedom should not be used as an excuse for violence, destruction of property or activities that undermine national unity and economic progress,” Kibet said.

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah defended the government’s development agenda and accused opposition leaders of misleading Kenyans about the contents of the Finance Bill.

Ichung’wah maintained that the proposed legislation was designed to protect the interests of ordinary citizens while supporting the country’s economic growth.

Likuyani MP Innocent Mugabe urged parents, teachers and community leaders to guide young people by instilling discipline and encouraging participation in religious activities to help address rising social challenges.

He also called on Kenyans to support the President’s development agenda.

John Bwire expressed confidence that President Ruto would secure a second term in office and warned against individuals planning to engage in violence and destruction during the demonstrations.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya