President Uhuru Kenyatta disowned his famous nickname Kamwana (young energetic youth) while addressing boda boda riders in Pumwani, Majengo, Nairobi County.
The Head of State has accumulated several nicknames either from the short forms of his name to those issued by supporters, however, Kamwana has stood out for years since 2013.
"If one of you wants to build a house or wants to start a business for the wife, then he can do so as this group has shown that it can raise enough money.
"If the husband wants to retire after 10 years from riding, then he can have a place to go. After 10 years of service, you are no longer energetic. I am approaching 60 years and people still refer to me as Kamwana. Kamwana inafaa kuisha bana (We need to retire that name," Kenyatta stated as he broke into laughter alongside the riders.
He added that he was no longer able to traverse the country like he used to before and was approaching retirement.
Kenyatta added that every worker should appreciate growing old and plan for the latter stages while enjoying their youthful life.
"Who else can raise Ksh 2billion every month from their sweat like you guys.
"There is nothing that you cannot own as young people. You can start your own petrol stations and can negotiate. Investors will then chase after you unlike vice versa," he advised.
Earlier on in Kisumu on Thursday, October 22, he appreciated the handshake between him and ODM leader Raila Odinga, insisting that it had brought peace into his life.
Kenyatta stated that he was enjoying his last years in government and would ensure that the youth are prioritised through empowerment and development projects.
His Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) report also listed several proposals to uplift the youth, like amending the Higher Education Loans Board Act, 1995 to have graduates start paying loans after four years.
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