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Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged residents of the Mt Kenya region to accept money offered by politicians during campaigns but vote against leaders who fail to address the struggles facing ordinary Kenyans.
Speaking at a Jubilee Party delegates meeting in Kiambu, Uhuru said voters should not allow campaign handouts to influence their choices at the ballot, insisting that leadership decisions should be based on the economy and the welfare of wananchi.
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The former President accused some politicians of trying to buy support through cash donations while ignoring the real issues affecting citizens.
Addressing the crowd in Kikuyu, Uhuru told residents to freely take the money being distributed during campaigns, saying it belongs to the people anyway.
He, however, warned that accepting handouts should not interfere with voters making independent decisions during elections.
Uhuru said the campaign season could be a chance for wananchi to benefit from politicians’ generosity, but election day should be used to choose leaders capable of improving livelihoods and changing the country’s direction.
His remarks are expected to trigger political reactions as various camps intensify grassroots campaigns ahead of future elections.
Critics of the current administration have repeatedly accused some leaders of using donations and financial incentives to gain public favour at a time when many Kenyans are struggling economically.
Uhuru also appeared to fault some Mt Kenya leaders for neglecting the concerns of local residents while focusing on defending other political figures.
He questioned whether MPs from the region were speaking about the challenges affecting wananchi, accusing them of promoting the interests of others instead of addressing the economic hardships faced by their constituents.
The former Head of State urged residents to reject leaders who fail to stand with citizens during difficult times and reminded them to carefully consider the choices they make at the ballot.
Uhuru concluded by saying he would continue speaking out on issues affecting Kenyans despite criticism from political opponents, maintaining that leaders must be held accountable for their promises and actions.
