Deputy President William Ruto on Thursday took Jubilee campaigns to Nyamira and Kisii Counties, assuring residents that the Government will review the list of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the region with a view to compensating them.
Mr Ruto said no one who deserves to be paid will be left out of the compensation list, saying the provincial administration was working with leaders to ensuring all genuine IDPs received their dues.
Addressing rallies in Ekerenyo, Manga, Nyabiore and Nyamwera grounds in Nyamira and Kisii Counties respectively, Mr Ruto said the Government was committed to closing the chapter of IDPs after all those affected are compensated.
“We are doing everything possible even if it means increasing the money to make sure that all IDPs in this region are paid. We want to close this chapter once and for all,” said Mr Ruto.
Mr Ruto also said Kenyans have a right to live anywhere in the country. “The government assures all that every Kenyan wherever they are will be protected including their property and businesses.”
He said those calling for eviction of alleged foreigners in some areas were leaders with nothing to sell to Kenyans as they seek votes.
The Deputy President was accompanied by National Assembly Majority Leader Aden Duale and MPs Chris Obure (Kisii), Richard Tongi (Nyaribari Chache) former MPs Water Nyambati, Joseph Kiangoi and Kisii Senatorial aspirant Charles Nyachae.
Mr Ruto said the Government has put in place proper security measures to ensure Kenyans enjoyed peace during and after the August polls.
“Our commitment as Jubilee is to ensure Kenyans in any part of this country go about their normal business during and after the August elections without any fear,” said Mr Ruto.
Mr Ruto urged the Abagusii residents not to gamble with their votes by supporting candidates who were destined to lose the August elections.
“You all know very well that no one goes to the ballot with the intention of voting for candidates who end up being in the Opposition. This is why I want you to make informed decisions and support Jubilee because it will win the August polls,” said Mr Ruto.