Uhuru says no project will succeed unless ‘Raila’ is on board


Uhuru has once again called for unity among Kenyans saying the country cannot progress when were divided and with opposing forces.

President Uhuru Kenyatta,Deputy president william Ruto and opposition leader Raila said they were committed to uniting Kenyans, with the DP saying he supports the handshake between his boss and ODM leader.

Before driving into the hospital’s compound, the leaders addressed residents who had lined up along the roads.“I have come here with Raila to preach peace and unity. All these projects we are talking about will not succeed unless we are united,” said Uhuru.

He added: “Our main aim is to ensure no more blood is shed in Kenya because of politics. We must stop disruptive politics of hatred. The hospitals we are building must never be used again to treat victims of political violence.”Ruto said he fully supports the handshake, noting that it has united Kenyans.

“When we took power in 2013, we promised to unite Kenyans. The President proved it by shaking hands with Raila. This is the best legacy the President will leave for Kenyans,” said Ruto.

Uhuru further warned against what he termed as ‘a new song of salary increments’ in an announcement that will not be received well by trade unions.And although he did not directly refer to the striking nurses, the President said he was alarmed by the growing chorus for pay hikes.“Let us abandon the habit of crying for more salaries.

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Let us stop thinking about our stomachs without serving the people,” said Uhuru.He added: “Let us join our hands and fix our economy by fighting corruption. Let us stop politicising corruption. Let us reject those who run to their communities when faced with corruption charges. Let them carry their own crosses.”

It is Raila who first complained about the calls for salary increment by public servants, saying Treasury is weighed down by high wage bills both at the national and county governments.

“There are calls for industrial action everywhere. Today it is nurses, even Atwoli (Cotu secretary general) will some come with his own. People are demanding higher pay from the same kitty which is not getting any additional money,” said Raila.He pleaded with the nurses to resume duty to end the suffering of patients in public hospitals.

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