William Ruto is known for many things. He is a hustler, a Deputy President and more importantly a Presidential hopeful. Ruto has already engaged his campaign gear making whistle stops across the country.
But the DP, who is also known for his generous donations, has not forgotten the important role that peace and unity can play in the development of a nation.
On Monday, during a tour of Vihiga county, the hustler urged Kenyans to use diversity in the nation’s cultures as an instrument of unity rather than division.
Ruto said leaders should take the lead in uniting Kenyans instead of dividing them on ethnic and political background to achieve their selfish interests.
Speaking during the launch of various development projects as he concluded his two-day tour of Vihiga and Kakamega Counties on Monday, the Deputy President said time for politics was over and it was now an opportunity for leaders to serve Kenyans.
“As leaders, we don’t have time to waste in stories and propaganda. Issues of political competition ended last year and it’s now time to serve the people,” said Mr Ruto.
He added: “Kenya can only be built by leaders with development plans in education, agricultural, improvement of roads, health, the connection of electricity, initiation of water and technical institutes but not through stories and rhetoric,” said Ruto.
The Deputy President said the Government was committed to the unity of all Kenyans, saying it was the only way to accelerate development across the country.
The government will continue promoting capacity and development of teachers to ensure quality education for all. We are placing emphasis on effective teaching approaches, including competency-based learning and vocational education to produce graduates aligned to the job market. pic.twitter.com/uHQL9oUzWO
— William Samoei Ruto (@WilliamsRuto) December 17, 2018
In this respect, Ruto said Jubilee leaders were now working harmoniously with their Opposition counterparts in addressing challenges facing Kenyans.
“This is why we are here today with my brother Governor Ottichilo, MPs Mirema and Aseka among other leaders from different political backgrounds on the same agenda of serving Kenyans,” said Ruto in Emusire High School, Emuhaya.