Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revealed the details of a development agreement signed by President William Ruto with Western region leaders, including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.
Gachagua disclosed these details during an interview on Tuesday, February 4, shedding light on the promises made to the region as part of the deal.
According to Gachagua, President Ruto and the Western leaders signed an agreement that was witnessed by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and signed also by Simon Gikuru.
The deal outlined several key commitments, such as the completion of all ongoing road projects, construction of new roads, and the allocation of 30 percent of government positions to the Western region.
In his explanation, Gachagua emphasized that the Western leaders had been promised 30 percent of cabinet positions, including the Prime Cabinet Secretary role and additional seats in the National Assembly.
However, Gachagua pointed out that despite the promises, the region currently holds only two cabinet positions instead of the six that were originally agreed upon.
Furthermore, Gachagua revealed that the agreement included plans to revive the sugar industry in Western Kenya, as well as the construction of 1,000 additional kilometers of roads.
However, many of these commitments have not yet been fulfilled.
One of the key promises made under the agreement was the establishment of a new milling plant at the Nzoia Sugar Company within the first 100 days of Ruto’s presidency. According to Gachagua, this promise has not been met.
Gachagua urged Western leaders to be more assertive in holding President Ruto accountable to the agreement.
He suggested that if the leaders had the courage to demand what was promised, they could secure the necessary development for the region.
“If the leaders from Western Kenya had the courage and commitment to their people, they would ensure this agreement is honored,” Gachagua said, challenging the leaders to stand up and ensure the development plan is fulfilled.
He also pointed out that it was not too late for the Western region to demand their rightful share of development, as the agreement still had two more years to be fully implemented.
Gachagua expressed confidence that if Wetang’ula and Mudavadi pushed for the agreement to be honored, it could dramatically change the face of the region.
In addition, Gachagua advised the people of Western Kenya to unite behind a single leader rather than divide their votes.
He emphasized that a unified leadership would be the key to bringing about the development they are entitled to under the agreement.
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