President Uhuru Kenyatta has promised Samburu herders that destruction of property in the area won’t go unpunished.
Speaking to Samburu leaders on Monday at State House, the president promised to protect all Kenyans without discrimination and will not renege on that mandate.
“I swore to protect all lives and all property in Kenya. That is a point you must always take to mind,” President Kenyatta said.
The president further asked area leaders to embrace dialogue in solving warring issues.
This comes at a time when there conflict between Samburu herders and ranchers in Laikipia County continues to pain many of the affected locals.
Kenyatta promised to work with the leaders to transform the lives of residents but will not tolerate anybody breaking the law.
“Whatever problems there are, let us resolve them peacefully to the satisfaction of the people of Baringo, West Pokot, Turkana and Laikipia counties,” the President said.
The President also spoke against incitement to violence, saying Kenyans have a right to live and own property in any part of the country.
Leaders at the event included Samburu Governor Moses Lenolkulal and Senator Naisula Lesuuda (Nominated).
They assured President Kenyatta of support, adding that the locals have decided they will re-elect him in the forthcoming elections.
The area has been considered an opposition stronghold, but the president is confident of garnering substantial number of votes.