Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on President William Ruto to ensure that officials in their administration take decisive action to prevent the resurgence of illicit brews and drugs.
Speaking at the African Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa (AIPCA) in Ndaragua, Nyandarua County, Gachagua emphasized that allowing the return of these harmful substances is unethical. He stated that certain senior state officials have been involved in these activities without the President’s or his knowledge.
“We ask you not to allow officers in your government to allow the return of illicit brews and drugs to kill our children.
“I’m a truthful man and I want to say today it is immoral and unacceptable that people can sit in government and decide to bring back poison to kill our children without the knowledge of the president, who cannot accept, and without my knowledge,” Gachagua said on Sunday.
The Deputy President emphasized that the fight against illicit brews and drugs is one of the most successful programs implemented by this administration. He highlighted that this initiative has brought satisfaction to many Kenyans.
Gachagua affirmed his belief that President William Ruto is dedicated to the country’s welfare, but expressed concern about individuals within the administration who undermine these efforts.
Addressing the President directly, Gachagua urged vigilance against allowing harmful substances to re-enter the country during his presidency. He disclosed that certain officials, whom he did not identify, have shown disrespect by failing to attend meetings and clarify their role in the resurgence of permits for illicit brew producers.
While acknowledging past successes in combating illicit substances during his leadership, the Deputy President lamented the resurgence of this problem.
He said the decision by the unnamed officials to allow the return of illicit alcohol was made a month ago.
“We won the fight but Mr President there are worries that the alcohol menace is back. You chaired a cabinet meeting declaring war on illicit alcohol but one month ago, a decision seems to have been made without my knowledge and your knowledge to allow the alcohol back.”
