Nyali MP Hezron Awiti has called on Mombasa County residents to uphold peace and unity ahead of the 2017 general elections.
Speaking on Sunday at Legio Maria Church, Mombasa, the legislator said that peaceful coexistence and unity was the only sure way the region would make strides towards economic and democratic prosperity.
"I wish to urge each and everyone of you to maintain peace and unity. This is because sustainable economic development only takes place where peace and calm thrives," he said.
"It is important for all of us to shun divisive politics as this will destabilise our unity and love," he added.
The legislator took advantage of the occasion to drum up support for his governorship candidature where he seeks to replace Mombasa County Governor Hassan Joho.