President Uhuru Kenyatta. [Photo/PSCU]
A section of Ukambani leaders have vowed to campaign for President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Speaking at State House when the president hosted them, the leaders said Uhuru will beat opposition leader Raila Odinga come October 17.
Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua and Nairobi’s Mike Sonko, pledged to support the re-election of the President saying the community “can no longer afford to be in the opposition”.
Governor Mutua urged the leaders to seek votes for the President by campaigning at the grassroots.
“In choosing President Kenyatta, we will be making a choice that ensures Kenya progresses. He has proved that he has an agenda to take this country forward in development,” Governor Mutua said.
He said he would integrate his party (Maendeleo Chap Chap) structures with those of Jubilee and ensure an effective campaign.
“Maendeleo Chap Chap has an extensive grassroots structure and with the Jubilee network, we will cover more ground as we campaign door-to-door for the President,” said Governor Mutua.
Former Wiper Chairman David Musila said he would vigorously campaign for the President, adding that it was important for the Head of State to continue with his development programme.
He thanked the President for the ongoing construction of the Kibwezi-Mutomo-Kitui-Mwingi road.
Mr Musila said he and his supporters would campaign for the President and deliver substantial votes.
“We have made this decision because the efforts to make Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka clinch the Presidency have come to naught,’’ Mr Musila said.