President William Ruto has urged the leadership of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to uphold the integrity of the military.
He asked the newly-appointed team to uphold the Constitution and serve Kenyans without bias.
“Kenya has a tradition of a diligent, professional and outstanding military.”
President Ruto said he will call upon the armed forces to support other agencies to advance the country’s transformation agenda.
He made the remarks on Saturday during the swearing-in of General Francis Ogolla as the Chief of the Defence Forces of the Kenya Defence Forces at State House, Nairobi.
The President exuded confidence in General Ogolla as he takes over from General Robert Kibochi following his retirement.
“I am confident that you [General Ogolla] merit the Office,” he said.
Lieutenant General Jonah Mwangi was also sworn in as the Vice Chief of the Defence Forces.
Prior to his promotion and appointment, Lieutenant General Mwangi was the Vice Chancellor of the National Defence University - Kenya.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Cabinet Secretaries Aden Duale (Defence) and Kindiki Kithure (Interior) were present.
