The recent decision by the national government to constitute a council of elders to promote peaceful coexistence among Kenyan communities has been lauded.
President Uhuru Kenyatta had ordered for the formation of the council of elders from each community across the country to promote preaching of peace among all communities.
Speaking to this writer on Wednesday, retired Riamoni chief Francis Rasugu, said the move will see communities more easily present their grievances to authorities.
He challenged those who were picked by the authorities to be truthful and keep vigil to enhance peace among communities, especially in the borders.
"The move by the President is very welcome because that is the only way we can deal with the tribalism vice that always threatens disintegration among our Kenyan communities. Those who have been mandated should be vigilant by representing their communities effectively," Rasugu Said.
He challenged the councils to hold constant meetings with politicians to prevent incidents of hate speech claims that have been reported in the recent past.
“We have heard for a number of occasions politicians facing hate speech charges. That can be effectively dealt with by the councils instead of subjecting them to the courts. The legal part of it even complicates the matter,” he added.
Rasugu served Riamoni Location for 35 years, having also served briefly as a teacher in 70s.