Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has praised President William for acknowledging the issues raised by Catholic bishops.
Speaking on Sunday, November 17, at PCEA Kerarapon Church, Kajiado County, Gachagua stated that he was happy that the Head of State committed to address the issues.
“I am happy that yesterday President William Ruto acknowledged that the Catholic bishops had raised some issues and he committed to listen to them for them to be addressed. That is the way to go,” Gachagua remarked.
The former deputy president, however, hit out at a section of leaders who accused of lecturing and abusing the Catholic bishops.
According to Gachagua, when the spiritual leaders speak, they don't speak in vain and therefore they should be respected.
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“When our spiritual fathers speak, they don’t just speak in vain. I don’t think over 30 bishops can meet and do a statement from nowhere. If there are people who know what the ground is saying is our church leaders. We were very disappointed when our Catholic bishops spoke and we saw some MPs abusing them.
“I saw the deputy Speaker of the National Assembly lecturing Catholic bishops like children. I want to tell you leaders to stop being arrogant. Those of us who have been around for a while know how the politics of this country go," Gachagua explained.
While speaking in Embu County on Saturday, President Ruto promised to address the issues raised by the clerics, including the ones in healthcare.
"We will ensure no more challenges in accessing healthcare. We will make all the corrections because universal health coverage is a must-do. It will make a difference and ensure no citizen is left behind," President Ruto stated.
