Kitui County Senator Enoch Kiio Wambua who has officially declared his intention to contest for the governorship in the 2027 general elections, has welcomed President William Ruto to Kitui County ahead of this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, but with a firm message on what the Head of State should take into consideration during his visit.

Speaking during the burial of Margaret Katheo Nzwii at Kauwi Ward in Kitui West Constituency, the outspoken senator outlined three key issues that he wants the President to be mindful of when he comes to Kitui in October. First, he emphasized that Kitui residents are peace-loving and hospitable people, but warned him against using the visit as an opportunity to attack leaders from Ukambani or citizens who hold dissenting political views, “When the President comes to Kitui, he should not use the opportunity and insult our leaders or our people simply because they are opposed to his government,” Kiio said.

Secondly, Kiio warned the President against making fresh promises to Kitui and the wider Ukambani region without fulfilling those made in the past. He emphasized that many commitments made by the President in the past remain unfulfilled and should be completed before any new pledges are made.  “When the President visits Kitui, we don’t expect new promises. We expect him to deliver on what he pledged before talking about other things,” he stated.

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Thirdly, the Kitui senator urged President Ruto to stop interfering with the affairs of the united opposition, insisting that the Head of State should instead focus on his own coalition and governance agenda. “It is not our business as the opposition to stabilize his government, and it is not his role to dictate how we oppose him. Let everyone stick to their lane,” Kiio remarked.

Kiio stressed that while President Ruto, as the leader of the Republic of Kenya, is free to visit any part of the country, saying such visits should be conducted with respect and a focus on unity rather than political confrontation. He maintained that the people of Kitui are ready to welcome the President for the national holiday, provided that the visit is not turned into a platform for political attacks or empty promises.

Mashujaa Day, which honours Kenya’s heroes and heroines, will be marked on October 20 at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County. The event is expected to draw national attention and attract thousands of attendees from across the country.

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