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The former Deputy President also commended young people who had accompanied elderly voters to polling stations, saying they had demonstrated responsibility by ensuring older members of the community were able to participate in the election.
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.
The report shows only 14 percent believe the country is headed in the right direction, while 11 percent say it is neither right nor wrong.
He also said critics of President William Ruto should focus on holding the Head of State accountable in office rather than continuing political battles that ended with the 2022 election.
In a clarification statement issued on Sunday, Omar said he remained committed to “upholding the dignity, rights, and unity of all Kenyans” throughout his public life.
Speaking at ACK St Mark Church in Gitugi, Murang’a County, Gachagua argued that unity among voters in the vote-rich region would decisively shape the outcome of the next presidential contest.
Ruto’s remarks came against the backdrop of rising criticism from Gachagua, who has openly challenged the president and questioned whether Mt Kenya voters should back his re-election bid. T
Ruto rejected that view, saying his leadership goal is to bring together all parts of Kenya and ensure every region plays a role in the country’s progress. He said development in Mt Kenya has not stalled and assured residents that more projects will be rolled out.
Speaking during a church service at ACK St Paul’s Church in Kariki, Othaya, Nyeri County, Kagwe cautioned that the region risks weakening its political influence by repeatedly turning against its own leaders rather than nurturing and retaining them.
According to KWS, the Mountain Search and Rescue Unit was activated immediately after receiving the missing person report. The operation involved experienced rangers and rescue officers who conducted both aerial surveillance and ground patrols across the mountain.
Speaking during a press conference at Parliament Buildings on Monday, Kawanjiku accused Gachagua of running a campaign of intimidation against elected leaders from the region who refuse to align with him politically.
Mudavadi emphasized that Kenya’s progress relies heavily on a shared vision.