First Lady Rachel Ruto on Sunday, May 14, lauded Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki for his work in maintaining peace and security in the country, especially at the Kerio Valley.
In a statement, the First Lady noted that Prof Kindiki had done an impressive job in the area and had shown great dedication in ending the cycle of conflict in the area.
Further, she noted that Kindiki’s commitment to his job was commendable adding that it was important for people to work together to bring an end to the conflict once and for all.
“I am encouraged by the remarkable progress being made to restore peace and security in the Kerio Valley.
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Professor Kindiki and the dedicated leaders who are working tirelessly to end the cycle of conflict in the region,” Rachel Ruto stated.
Rachel Ruto noted that women and children were the most affected individuals in the conflict in the region calling on Kenyans to get their resources together to help the affected communities.
"Let us join hands and pool our determination and resources to create a future where their well-being and safety are guaranteed.
"Together, we can build a society that embraces peace, nurtures harmony and upholds the rights and dignity of every individual," she added.
The First Lady was speaking during the Faith in Action Week, an initiative organised by the Faith Diplomacy Directorate of 'Mama Doing Good' which was distributing food to over 3,000 families in Marigat, Baringo County.
She reiterated her commitment to working with other leaders to promote peace in the Kerio Valley and restore normalcy.
Additionally, she spent time with pupils from different schools in the region including Marigat Primary School, Marigat Integrated Day and Secondary School and Marigat Special School for the Visually Impaired where she encouraged students to make a better life for themselves.
"I am committed to working with other leaders to promote a peaceful and prosperous future for the Kerio Valley.
"Will synergise with the government's efforts to restore normalcy and bring about positive change in Kerio Valley," the First Lady stated on May 11.
