Give Elected Leaders A Chance to Serve Kenyans - DP Gachagua

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked leaders to stop political sideshows, tone down political temperatures, and focus on serving the public.

He called on those focused on 2027 campaigns to give elected leaders room to serve their terms and work without interference and distraction.

He was speaking on Sunday, May 19, in Kieni Constituency, Nyeri County, where he resurfaced on Sunday after a week of absence from the public and missing key State events. 

"I thank the President for endorsing the fight on illicit brews and drugs after I apprised him of the situation. The fight on this menace will go on and we will not relent until the vices are eradicated," remarked Gachagua. 

The Deputy President called upon leaders to respect each other and tone down the political temperatures.

He also told off those discussing his political future and pleaded with Mt Kenya leaders to work on strengthening and ringfencing their unity.

"Those elected should be allowed to do their work and execute their respective mandates. People should concentrate on their work. Stop discussing other people's work and allow those in the office to work. Those occupying seats should be allowed to work without interference," Gachagua stated. 

Calling for the end of premature and early campaigns, the Deputy President told leaders "let us respect those who are elected and give them a chance to work".

He added, "The public will have the opportunity to review their work and decide whether to renew their contract or terminate. For now, let us bring down political temperatures and allow those in office to work."