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President Uhuru urges military to support William Ruto’s administration

by Enock Ndayala

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) hosted outgoing President Uhuru Kenyatta for a farewell ceremony at the Ulinzi Sports Complex.

During the two-part event held on Friday, September 9, Uhuru received final honours as Commander-In-Chief of Kenya’s Defence Forces.

“It is in line with the military traditions and custom to hold a farewell ceremony of the Commander-In-Chief of Defence Forces,” said KDF spokesperson Esther Wanjiku.

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) hosted outgoing President Uhuru Kenyatta for a farewell ceremony at the Ulinzi Sports Complex.
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) hosted outgoing President Uhuru Kenyatta for a farewell ceremony at the Ulinzi Sports Complex. Photo: State House Kenya/Twitter

In his farewell speech, the retiring Head of State expressed his gratitude to the military for supporting him for the last 10 years he has been in charge of the country.

Uhuru further urged the military to support the Kenya Kwanza government that would be formed by President-elect William Ruto. Ruto is expected to take the oath of office on Tuesday, September 13.

“I appreciate the participation that KDF has rendered not just in the security sector but also in our national development,” Uhuru said “I ask that you remain steadfast and support the incoming administration just like you have supported mine and that of my predecessors.”

Uhuru on several occasions confessed his love affair with the military and urged Kenyans to emulate their discipline and integrity.

The first in command further thanked all Kenyans for according him support during his 10-year tenure.

“I sincerely thank Kenyans for the extraordinary support which made significant contributions towards the prosperity of our nation,” he said.

Earlier this week, President Uhuru Kenyatta reiterated his pledge to hand over power peacefully to president-elect William Ruto, whose election was upheld by the Supreme Court.

Uhuru who was speaking during an Azimio parliamentary group at the Maasai Lodge on Wednesday, September 7, however, insisted that he will pledge his allegiance to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

“I will hand over power smiling because it’s my Constitutional duty but my leader is Baba, Raila Odinga,” he stated.

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