President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Deputy William Ruto addressing Kilifi residents during their visit to the region. [Photo/The Star]
President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Deputy William Ruto have moved to consolidate their support in the Coast region.
The duo on Tuesday held a series of rallies in Kilifi county, even as Opposition chief Raila Odinga announced withdrawal from the presidential repeat polls slated for October 26.
Speaking to Kilifi residents, President Kenyatta maintained that the region will experience equal treatment and development from his administration despite overwhelmingly voting for NASA during the August polls.
"I know even the person who voted for the Opposition is a Kenyan who is expecting me as the President to deliver. I will definitely do that...flagship projects undertaken by my administration will not be abandoned," he stated.
Uhuru's remarks were reiterated by Ruto, who noted that Jubilee was still thankful for their support however minimal.
"We know you participated in a constitutional exercise and the results you gave us are what you managed to give. We are not bitter. We are all Kenyans and Kilifi people are part of Jubilee government. We will not abandon you," he said.
"It is my hope that you will participate in the rerun and vote for us. We are determined to make sure we walk the same path," he added.