“Political competition should not be between tribes; it should be about who can perform better than the other,” Ruto said.
The Deputy President was speaking on Friday in Bahati constituency during a memorial for victims of the Ethiopian Airline crash.
On his part, Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui faulted the Opposition for initiating talks of impeaching the DP.
“Our development is dependent on the utterances leaders make. A toxic political environment will inhibit our development, especially the implementation of the Big Four agenda,” said Governor Kinyanjui.
He further urged Kenyans to focus on the governments development agenda and unity for the betterment of the country.
“We are not ready to pursue any route that would sow division in the society. Our focus is to bring Kenyans together, and address their needs,” he added.
Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu echoed the sentiments of his counterpart saying Kenyans are still reeling from the effects of the 2017 elections.
According to him, “any efforts to turn plunge it into another political mood” will not be supported.
“Jubilee will not be led into the trap of the opposition of perpetual politics and empty promises to wananchi,” he said.
Other MPs in attendance were Charles Gimose (Hamisi), Dan Wanyama (Webuye West), Ben Washiali (Mumias East) and Bernard Shinali (Ikolomani).