Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed claims of internal government wrangles over development projects, affirming that his priority is fast-tracking service delivery rather than engaging in political confrontations.
Speaking during an interdenominational service in Teso North, Busia County, on Sunday, Kindiki stated that he had no intention of clashing with President William Ruto over government projects.
He explained that the Constitution empowers him to summon Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, and other senior officials to demand the acceleration of development initiatives without appearing to undermine the President.
"Why should I confront the President over development projects when I have the constitutional powers to summon CSs, PSs, and other government officers to push them to expedite government development projects?" Kindiki stated.
Further, the Deputy President affirmed that the government is rolling out development projects across the country without favouring any particular region.
He added that plans are underway to extend the dual carriage highway and the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) to Busia, at the Kenya-Uganda border.
Kindiki lashed out at politicians who have begun the 2027 campaigns, asking them to focus on service delivery and wait for the electioneering period.
''We cannot be in a perpetual campaign mood. Even the bible says there is a season for everything. This is the season for the government to deliver; those engaging in politics have nothing to offer to Kenyans," Kindiki added.
Meanwhile, on April 1, Kindiki opened up about how several high-profile individuals approached and advised him to oppose President Ruto.
Speaking at Ng’arachi Comprehensive School in Laikipia County during the commencement of Ruto’s tour of the Mt Kenya region, Kindiki recalled being questioned about why he did not oppose the head of state’s style of governance.
He also revealed that he was, on several occasions, compelled to spark conflict and confront President Ruto on several issues affecting Kenyans.
While hitting out at the said individuals whom he did not name, the deputy president questioned the motive behind such a piece of advice but maintained that he would continue working closely with Ruto despite the criticism.
