Meru leaders and residents thronged streets celebrating the swearing in of Prof. Kithure Kindiki as deputy President.
Governor Muthomi Njuki was confident Kindiki will unite the Country and champion development in equal measure all over the Country.
“I extend hearty congratulations to His Excellency Professor Abraham Kithure Kindiki, The third Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya,” Njuki said.
President William Ruto and his Deputy Prof Kithure Kindiki
He praised President William Ruto for trusting “our son to be part of your leadership and vision.”
Njuki said residents were happy to see Kindiki rise to the helm of being the second in Command.
“The People of Tharaka Nithi are grateful for the honor of being at the forefront of the Kenya Kwanza Administration and join millions of Kenyans in celebrating the beginning of something truly historic in our Country,” he said.
Governor Kawira Mwangaza’s advisor Gideon Kimathi led jubilant residents carrying placards showing solidarity and love for Kindiki.
Deputy president Prof Kithure Kindiki
Kimathi said the appointment of Kindiki is historic as no other son from Mt Kenya East region has been been Deputy President.
“We overwhelmingly voted for this government and are happy you have reciprocated. We will be behind you and support your agenda. We ask other leaders with different choices to shun from divisive politics,” Kimathi said.
At Irunduni, the home ground of the deputy President it was songs and dance.
Many praised the President for the bold move and remembering to pick a person of great calibre and highest integrity.
President William Ruto and his Deputy Kithure Kindiki leave KICC after the swearing-in ceremony
Meru deputy governor Mutuma M’Ethingia said he was confident that Kindiki’s commitment and expertise will be instrumental in supporting the President in implementing his agenda to Kenyans.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to HE. Prof Kindiki on his swearing in. Kindiki has shown exemplary leadership as CS interior, strengthening national security and ensuring efficient coordination of government programs,” he said.
Meru Senator Kathuri Murungi said Kindiki’s leadership is an inspiration to many.
MPs celebrate the swearing-in of Prof Kindiki
“Your leadership and dedication inspire us all. Wishing you success as you serve the nation,” he said .
MCA Thuranira Grace said “I take this opportunity to thank our heavenly father for giving us a deputy president in our Mt Kenya region. May the almighty God also bless our President.”
