While calling for the resignation of Francis Kimemia for allegedly engaging in politics, he said Kimemia had been let loose by his boss. The CORD presidential candidate reiterated his call for his sacking, saying he had been interfering with constitutional offices.
“He should resign or be sacked for interfering with constitutional offices and engaging in politics,” he said. While campaigning on Friday at Olokurto in Narok North, Raila said: “He has been directing the Provincial Administration and other civil servants to campaign for Uhuru Kenyatta,” he said.
Raila also charged that the State was using public funds, personnel and machinery to campaign for the Jubilee candidate and asked Kenyans to demand accountability.
He asked the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) not to be cowed and conduct free and fair elections, adding there were forces in the Government bent on compromising the polls.
“Kenyans have confidence with the IEBC. It should uphold that confidence by conducting free and fair election,” said the premier, who was accompanied by Heritage Minister William Ntimama. The PM pledged to address historical injustices and fully implement the new Constitution. “I am the face of change and the re-birth of a new nation. If elected, I will bring far-reaching reforms in all sectors. I will ensure that all land that was grabbed from the minority groups are returned,” he said.
He urged the community to turn up in large number and vote for him, saying their numerical strength would ensure he succeeds President Kibaki. Ntimama said the Maasai community had for long been marginalised and Raila’s presidency would address the sufferings they had been subjected to before and after independence.
In Kisii, Raila drummed up support for his bid, promising that his government would enhance economic development. Addressing rallies at Rigoma and Nyanturago in Nyamira and Kisii counties respectively, Raila urged Kenyans to vote for him and usher in leadership that would enhance equity in resource allocation and economic development. Raila said it is only the CORD leadership that could be trusted to deliver on devolution. He said the country was at crossroads, and Kenyans would either vote to maintain the status quo or for progressive leadership.
source: Standard Digital
