Lands, Housing and Urban Planning Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome to shelve political debates until after the 2027 general election and instead focus on implementation of development projects in the region.
Speaking in Oljabet town, Laikipia West constituency, during the launch of a new market project, Wahome said her ministry enjoys the strongest support from President William Ruto due to the government’s commitment to the affordable housing program.
“The President constantly talks about housing and markets. Through the affordable housing program, our ministry has created over 200,000 jobs across the country,” she said.
Wahome also defended the inclusion of opposition politicians in government noting that once a President is elected, he is mandated to work with all Kenyans, regardless of political affiliation.
The CS said the new market, which will host 500 traders, will cost Ksh 56.3 million and is expected to be completed in nine months.
She pledged transparency in the allocation of stalls and directed the area MCA and local chiefs to ensure the contractor hires local youth.
Workers engaged in manual labor for the project will earn Ksh 600 per day while artisans will earn Ksh 1,200.
Laikipia East MP Mwangi Kiunjuri, who accompanied the CS, said the cordial relationship between the national and county governments has unlocked significant development opportunities in Laikipia.
He revealed that Laikipia West constituency had received over Ksh120 million for electricity connectivity.
Kiunjuri cautioned residents against blindly following emerging political movements.
“Stop following politicians blindly just because they have launched political parties and are now calling themselves Itungati,” he said.
“When the time comes, evaluate leaders based on what they have done for the public. Simply calling yourself a Gitungati does not make you a great leader,” he added.
Using metaphors to illustrate his point, Kiunjuri said, “Do not elect an owl thinking it is a peaceful bird just because it cries loudly. When the time comes, I will campaign for only two people – myself, Mwangi Kiunjuri and President William Ruto.”
He warned that poor political decisions could have serious consequences.
“If you gamble with politics in 2027, you will find yourself gnashing your teeth after singing songs led by people who are formless and have no vision.”
