Mt Kenya region will not have a vacuum even after his exit from active politics in 2022, President Uhuru Kenyatta has seemingly suggested so.
In the past week, a group of Central Kenya legislators led by Murang'a Senator Irungu Kang'ata have raised fears that the region could struggle post Uhuru era should they fail to create a position for him.
"Uhuru is still the kingpin. He's too young to retire. The country needs his services even after exiting from politics. The opposition has given him Prime Minister offer so let Ruto also give his offer," he said.
Mr Kenyatta will be 61 years old in 2022, when he's expected to handover mantle to the next State House occupant.
But in a rather chilling message at Nyeri on Thursday, Uhuru warned area leaders against 'taking his silence for granted', adding that he will steer the region to the next destination.
“Don’t think I’m a fool by keeping silent on issues of politics; I will give my voice come 2022,” Uhuru said.
He added: "I am more concerned with developing our nation and not to engage in politics. My silence should not be taken for granted. Every leader needs to work and deliver results for all Kenyans. I will give you directions on what to do when time comes."
Central Kenya region is divided on Uhuru succession with another faction led by Gatundu South MP Moses Kuria backing DP William Ruto as automatic heir of the president.
In his tough address, Uhuru seemingly warned the Ruto team, famously known as Tanga Tanga against 'loitering'around and instead focus on development.
Yet again, another group of former legislators from region, are keen with the partnership between Uhuru and Raila Odinga, a move that further divides the region.
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