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Speaking during Sunday greetings with neighbours in Irunduni, Tharaka Nithi County, Kindiki said Ruto’s invitation for Kenyans to deliberate on the country’s long-term future was a “profound” and consequential undertaking that would shape the lives of generations yet unborn.
Arati said the only circumstances under which ODM would abandon its claim to the Deputy President position would be if President Ruto or Deputy President Kithure Kindiki crossed over from UDA to ODM.
Karua maintained that her decision is not open for negotiation, adding that she remains committed to the coalition and will stand behind the candidate selected through the agreed process, but only as a supporter.
Speaking during the launch of the New National Vision: Journey to a First World Economy, Kindiki said policy inconsistency has remained one of the biggest obstacles to development across Africa, urging leaders to establish a legal framework that guarantees continuity regardless of which administration is in power.
Kindiki said the impact of the government's development programme can already be seen in many parts of the country, where residents are witnessing public infrastructure that had been absent for decades.
The Deputy President said once President Ruto completes a second term, Mt Kenya will be well placed to take over the country's leadership, urging residents not to lose focus on what he described as a rare political opportunity.
DP Kindiki said the programme had demonstrated that involving neighbouring communities was the most effective way to safeguard forests for future generations. The Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme was started 10 years ago after it became clear that protecting the forest would only succeed if the economic and social needs of surrounding communities were addressed alongside conservation efforts.
Speaking during an inspection visit to the Talanta Sports City construction site on Tuesday, Kindiki praised workers building the stadium, saying they were leaving behind a lasting national legacy while helping modernise Kenya's sports infrastructure.
The decision effectively brings closure to a high-profile political and legal battle surrounding Gachagua’s removal from office and confirms the validity of the impeachment process.
The High Court upheld the nomination and approval of Kithure Kindiki as Deputy President, ruling the National Assembly followed a lawful, transparent process. It said public participation was not constitutionally required for the approval vote.
The demands cover a broad range of state-provided services, including transport, security, medical care, administrative staff, travel facilitation, and financial benefits
The DP's spouse emphasised that every Kenyan has a role to play in protecting the environment through responsible practices and greater awareness of their surroundings.