The agreement between President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto on succession politics is still intact even as the Head of State focuses on leaving a legacy in his second term.
President Kenyatta, during the weekend, while at DP's backyard in Kapsabet, came clean on the deal, blaming the media for spinning a narrative that their relationship was under threat after the unity with the opposition leaders.
He stated that it was in his interest that the people and leaders focus on important issues other than being carried away by political talk that would only appeal to the media.
"What I told you here last time is still the same; newspapers will write things. Let us look at what we are doing. What is important is your lives. Let them write what they want but I don't care. I will still sleep at night," stated President Kenyatta.
Kenyatta made the remarks after area leaders appeared keen on having him clarify whether he was still considering the 10-year agreement with DP Ruto.
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei told the president that the region supports the big four agenda, adding that they hope the deal that earned the two power in 2013 was still intact.
"We do not question what you are telling us, we shall back the Big Four Agenda and once your term is over, your Deputy shall take over from there. We still believe the 2012 pact is still in place," stated Senator Cherargei.
Kenyatta and the area leaders were speaking at the Kapsabet Showgrounds where they raised funds for the construction of a commercial building for the Kapsabet ACK diocese on Sunday.
Nandi Governor Stephen Sang posited that the area leaders had no reason to doubt the President, given he had assured the community of his support once he concludes his second term.
"The last time you were here you told us that when you will complete your second term in office, you shall let your deputy take over. We have no reason to doubt that," held Governor Sang.
Also in attendance was Uasin Gishu Governor Jackson Mandago and Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen who all pointed fingers at the media over fears there were fallouts within the ruling party.
This was the first time President Kenyatta was visiting the region after the political heat that preceded his reelection in October last year in a poll the opposition boycotted.
