This archive report was first published on 15 November 2019.
On November 15, 2019, President Uhuru Kenyatta declared the recently concluded Kibra by-election as free and fair.
Speaking to GEMA leaders at Sagana Lodge, Uhuru emphasized the importance of rallying behind the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) as a sure route to peace in the country.
He noted that bringing Kenyans together was his legacy and did not want to see the Kikuyu community sidelined in the formation of the next government.
Uhuru revealed a plan to kick-start major developments targeting the Mt. Kenya region, including roads, water, and improved security.
During the tense meeting, Uhuru maintained the Kikuyu dialect and hinted at a veiled attack on his deputy, William Ruto, stating that some leaders were out to split the GEMA community.
Politicians allied to DP Ruto were reportedly sidelined during the meeting, and those who attended were subjected to tight scrutiny by the Presidential security detail.
