Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has conveyed his readiness to collaborate with former President Uhuru Kenyatta for the sake of unity in Mt. Kenya.
Addressing residents of Kianyaga on Tuesday, the DP emphasized that the election period has concluded, urging for collective efforts to benefit all Kenyans.
Gachagua emphasized that through unity, they can advance development in the region and the nation as a whole.
"Uhuru Kenyatta is our son, he should come so that we unite, is that okay? Do you have a problem with him? The election period is over. We should unite as one region and love each other. If we fail to unite, love each other and agree, we shall find ourselves in difficult situations," he said.
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The Deputy President further inquired of the residents if they endorsed him and the former president working together.
"Do you want us to unite? How many of you want us to unite and be one team?" he posed.
The Deputy President has repeatedly urged the people of the Mt. Kenya region to embrace peace and mutual support.
Gachagua called upon leaders to prioritize service delivery to the people and refrain from entangling themselves in succession politics.
He implored the leaders to persist in their collaborative efforts for the betterment of the people.
"Those people talking about who will be what should stop, there are those talking about 2032, only God knows who will become what so let's remain united, "Gachagua said.
In March, the Deputy President offered an apology to Mama Ngina Kenyatta, the mother of former President Uhuru, for the rift that occurred in 2022.
Gachagua expressed regret over the disrespectful behavior exhibited towards Mama Ngina during the heightened political activities of the last general election.
Acknowledging the divisive atmosphere of the political landscape at the time, he emphasized the significance of unity and respect within the Mt. Kenya community.
He pledged to work towards fostering unity and healing the wounds of past political rivalries, emphasizing the importance of upholding respect for elders.
"In 2022, politics had deteriorated to a deplorable state. There was a regrettable lack of respect, with insults being hurled at Mama Ngina, and I'm very sorry for that. We humbly request her forgiveness," Gachagua said.
He emphasized the importance of respecting the former President, highlighting his significant role within the Kikuyu community.
“He is our son and we love him. I directed the regional leaders to desist from attacking the retired President. We still love him, if he wronged us, that is past and it’s not meaningful as all we need is peace and unity of our people, ”Gachagua said.
