Gatundu North MP Kigo Njenga has urged Kenyans to support the government as it seeks to address rising insecurity in some parts of the country.
Speaking to news reporters over the weekend at Gatundu town, the MP said that the responsibility for security lies with every citizen.
He said: "The government cannot be able to tackle insecurity without the support of Kenyans. Kenyans have a crucial role to play in supporting the fight against crime and terrorism.”
Kigo said that calls to have top security officers resign will not help but make matters worse.
The law maker however blamed security agencies for taking too long to combat some terror threats.
"Security agencies should seek intelligence and act on it in time to assure Kenyans of their safety. County governments should also support the national government to address the issue," he added.
He said that county government can play a big role on matters security adding that the national government needs to involve every stakeholder in the fight against terror.
The MP noted that the country’s economic status is at risk if adequate measures are not taken to keep terrorists at bay.
At the same time, Kigo urged locals in the constituency to exercise unity and peace and desist from acts that will cause division.
He said that the constituency will develop if locals embrace each and work towards development.