President Uhuru Kenyatta has told leaders from Central that constant noise and complaining is diverting their attention from their mandate which is to serve the electorate.
Addressing leaders at Naro Moru on his way to Nanyuki, Uhuru said the leaders should look out for the interests of the people rather than their selfish goals.
“There are those who have made it their job to make noise but making noise all the time does not help Kenyans. What Kenyans need are hardworking leaders who will improve their lives,” Uhuru said.
He added that constant acrimony between leaders was a sign that most of those in leadership positions have not internalised the fact that their job is to work for the people.
“Leaders should stop fighting each other because the interest of the people is superior to the interests of individual leaders.”
Uhuru further urged the residents to stay united and to strive for development and the common good.
He said "The policy of the Jubilee Government is place development of the whole country above other issues like politics," he said emphasising that his administration has funded many initiatives that have lessened the burdens on Kenyans.
“Our objective is to make life better for Kenyans. That is why we have funded free maternity services, increased allocations to schools, expanded electrification programmes and much more,” he said.
Separately, Uhuru told leaders from Nyeri county that stalled infrastructure, water and irrigation development projects in the county will be fast-tracked.
In addition he said new ones will be started to spur economic growth in the area.
He made the announcement when he hosted leaders from Nyeri County at State Lodge, Sagana.
Among the projects that will be prioritised are the construction of mega dams with works on two —Karimenu and Naromoru — set to start soon.
Karatina Market, one of the stalled projects, which serves as a regional market for agricultural products, will also be completed.
Several roads have been earmarked for construction with the Infrastructure Ministry announcing that no contractor should use the excuse of lack of funds to delay projects.
Cabinet Secretary James Macharia said money for infrastructure projects are now released promptly following a directive by the president.
The President said the road passing through Karatina town will be expanded to ease the traffic congestion during peak hours.
Residents of colonial villages in the county are set to receive title deeds with 541 due to be issued next week.
The raft of measures to develop the region come in the wake of hue and cry from leaders that Uhuru has 'abandoned' his strong hold in favour of Nairobi and Mombasa counties.
Uhuru however said the leaders are themselves capable of bringing development, but must work to serve the people and not focus on constant campaigns and war of words.