Mudavadi: We must walk together for a just, equitable Kenya

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said he supports the signing of a joint framework agreement between United Democratic Alliance and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to resolve the social, economic and political challenges facing Kenya.

Mudavadi said for Kenya to realize the much-needed positive change, peace, unity and economic stability, no Kenyan should be left behind.

He said while leaders may differ in ideologies when representing the interests of their political affiliations, but Kenya remains one.

Mudavadi noted that to build a united, secure and prosperous nation, leaders must work together since the driving factor for a shared common goal remains the vision for the future.

“I want to make it known that Musalia Mudavadi is at the core of what has happened today at KICC. Those spreading falsehoods, rumours and propaganda that Mudavadi did not attend the event, have no idea that on Friday Morning I was at the Kenya Kwanza Parliamentary Group meeting and I rubber stamped the process. I am fully involved,” he said.

“I have continuously advocated for unity of purpose, irrespective of our political affiliations and support base. We have to come and reason together as leaders for the common good of this country and its citizens.”

Mudavadi said no region should be left behind when the government is implementing its development agenda, emphasising on equitable sharing of resources for every Kenyan to have a share of the national cake.

He said Ruto's vision is focused on progress and concern for Kenyans, urging them to support the government’s transformative agenda.

“In leadership there are certain things you cannot fulfill or achieve alone. As a government, there are agendas that we must pull together with the opposition for us to succeed and for Kenyans to move forward as a united people. This pact should be termed as a game changer since the opposition in their oversight role also need the government for certain aspects to move,” he said.

 “We must support President Ruto to the hilt because we all want to see progress. This calls for a united team, thus the reasoning behind Kenya Kwanza and ODM forging a new tomorrow.”

Mudavadi noted that political differences as a result of various underlying factors should not be termed as enmity.

He said Kenyans should appreciate that under President Ruto’s administration after the 2022 elections, efforts have been made to bring all leaders on board and Friday’s signing of the new pact is a testimony towards achieving unity of purpose.

“How many leaders will call their bitter rivals for a dialogue after the polls? We have seen President Ruto unconditionally support Raila Odinga for the AU Chairmanship position and engaging him at home on various matters. They have shown Kenyans that they want to walk together and with all Kenyans," he said.

“The aim is not to enrich individuals and share power. This notion and misconception should be condemned in the strongest terms. We as leaders under Ruto are looking on how we will fix our economy, work on our agriculture, education system, fix the health issues, secure our country and make sure all citizens live a decent and promising life.”