Deputy President William Ruto has assured Kenyans of free and fair elections come August 8.
Speaking on Monday during former nominated MP Mark Too's funeral service in Kapseret, Uasin Gishu County, Ruto asked leaders to engage in activities aimed at uniting the country.
He said Kenyans should guard the peace that is being enjoyed in the county saying never again should Kenya witness what happened in 2007/8 Post Election Violence because of politics.
“The late Mark Too wanted to see a united country free from violence. In honour of our brother, we will ensure free, fair and credible election,” said Ruto.
The DP described the late Too as a great leader who dined with the mighty and kings but remained a simple person.
“The late Mark Too was truly a patriotic person to this country. In every challenge or conflict he saw an opportunity to provide solutions,” said the Deputy President.
Speaking during the same event, President Uhuru Kenyatta, urged Kenyans to unite and embrace peace as we head to the elections.
“As we lay to rest our brother Mark Too who has been at the forefront in preaching peace, it is our responsibility to live together and embrace peace,” said President Kenyatta.
“As leaders we should unite our people and shun divisive politics for the sake of peace and a united country that we can all be proud of,” he added.
By PSCU.