Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i asked President Uhuru Kenyatta to personally arrest and prosecute him should he be found culpable of stealing public resources.
In a candid message directed to Kisii and Nyamira leaders on Wednesday, Matiang'i promised to execute his duties diligently following his promotion to head government projects.
"I want to assure you Your Excellency, I am very ready for the task. Should I be found culpable of stealing public resources, I humbly request you to arrest me in person," he said amid laughter from the president.
He said that the appointment by the president put the Abagusii community at the center of the country's development, adding that he will ensure Nyamira and Kisii Counties lead by example.
While addressing the Kisii and Nyamira leadership, Uhuru warned graft lords, adding that his government will not give up in the ongoing graft war.
"When someone for instance Matiang'i steals, he does that alone. Just like Uhuru, he will not give the money to all Abagusii people. Let him carry his cross," said Uhuru.
The function was also graced by Chief Justice David Maraga, who said the judiciary will prosecute all corruption cases based on merit.
Dr Matiang'i, who is believed to be warming up to succeed Governor John Nyagarama, was appointed chairman of National Development and Communication Cabinet Committee in a presidential executive order.
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