Uhuru condemns attack on Raila, calls for tolerance

President Uhuru Kenyatta has called upon Kenyans and politicians to maintain peace ahead of August polls.

While condemning last Friday’s incident where ODM leader Raila Odinga’s chopper was attacked by stone-pelting youth, the head of State urged Kenyans to shun divisive politics that fuel violence.

“Elections come and go, all of us are citizens of this country. Let’s maintain peace during the electioneering period,” he said

“The decision as to whom shall lead this country lies upon Kenyans. Use of violence will not in anyway give us the right leaders as country,” he added

Uhuru was speaking after attending a church service at Africa Inland Church (AIC) Pipeline where he was accompanied by Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, Defence CS Eugene Wamalwa, Education CS George Magoha among others.

Uhuru further assured Kenyans of a peaceful election while calling upon the political class to preach peace and unity even as they seek votes.

“We should behave in a manner that allows our people to live in peace and conduct their businesses regardless of who becomes the next President,” he stated

1/2 President Uhuru Kenyatta arrives at AIC Pipeline Church, in Nairobi County for the Sunday worship service. The President will also officially open the AIC Pipeline Church Education Complex. pic.twitter.com/0eZbZMXEkI

— State House Kenya (@StateHouseKenya) April 3, 2022

Uhuru further addressed the current fuel shortage and increased cost of living saying the situation is as a result of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.