Deputy Prime Minister Uhuru Kenyatta has set aside Sh 10 billion towards his ongoing Presidential campaigns. Sources close to the DPM said Uhuru has acquired 10 branded four wheel drive vehicles at an estimated cost of Sh 30 million. The vehicles painted red with Uhuru’s name on the side are to be used to transport The National Alliance (TNA) staff during rallies and road shows.
Uhuru is also set to aquire two brand new choppers that will be used in transversing the country. Research shows that a helicopter costs between Sh 500 million and Sh 1 billion depending on the manufacturer, size and age.
Uhuru’s insiders also estimate that the largest portion of his campaigns budget will be spent on rallies and publicity.
Some have even revealed that Uhuru has also set another Sh 3 billion to cover political rallies and meet the people tours for their candidates.
Now Uhuru and Ruto will have four choppers at their disposal- two of which they will have legally owned and two hired from a private owned chopper hiring firm.
Also Uhuru is also planning to kick off a series of media campaigns on radio, TV and newspapers to explain their policies .These campaign will also be complimented by Sh 100 billboards at entry and exit points of all major towns.
-The Kenyan DAILY POST
