President Kenyatta said the Government will continue enhancing development efforts in Tana River County.
He said a project to supply water for irrigation through a mechanism that uses gravity is now complete and would supply water at a cheap cost.
The President said the road network in the area will be upgraded, including linking it with the transport corridor to North Eastern Kenya and Ethiopia.
The Head of State congratulated the residents of the county for abandoning tribal conflicts that have traditionally retarded development in the region.
“Congratulations for ending the inter-tribal conflicts that have previously affected this region. Our only problem is one of terrorism coming from outside and we will deal with it,” said the President.
He said the security forces will work closely with the local population to bring an end to the problem of terrorism in the region.
The Deputy President said the Government has worked hard to develop the whole of Kenya and every region has benefited.
He said advanced medical care, which residents previously sought in Mombasa or Nairobi, are now available in Hola and Garsen, thanks to the Managed Equipment Services.
The President and his deputy spoke at a rally at Garsen grounds, which was also addressed by Governor Hussen Dado and other leaders.