Duale emphasized that true leadership involves showing respect to authority, particularly the presidency, which represents national unity. He stated that respect must be earned by first showing it to others, including the President.
“A decent and God-fearing leader must respect those in authority, especially the presidency, which is a symbol of national unity. Politicians and others who abuse the President fail to understand that respect is a two-way street. If you want to be respected by your family and others, you must first show respect,” Duale said.
He urged Kenya Kwanza leaders, particularly those who have diverged from the President, to continue their support as he works to fulfill his promises to the people of Kenya. Duale cautioned against contradicting the presidency on national issues and stressed the need for collective effort in achieving their goals.
“I ask Kenya Kwanza leaders—who campaigned with the President and committed to his manifesto—not to claim that the President alone should deliver. We all have a responsibility to serve the people of Kenya,” Duale added.
Duale noted that the nation’s challenges are not exclusive to any political side but concern all Kenyans. He highlighted that including opposition politicians in the government was intended to ensure that all sides work together to address the country’s issues and find lasting solutions.
“The problems facing our country are not for the government or the opposition alone. We all, both in the ruling party and the opposition, have one job: to solve the problems of Kenyans.”
Duale made these remarks on Friday in Londiani, Kericho County, during the 47th graduation ceremony at Kenya Forestry College.
