Loyalty to Ruto is non-negotiable, Gachagua tells Cabinet Secretaries

In urging support for President William Ruto, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua highlighted the paramount importance of Loyalty among the newly appointed Cabinet Secretaries. Gachagua emphasized, “Loyalty to the head of state and government is not negotiable. You are now soldiers in an army that has only one general.”

He also underscored the importance of integrity, advising the cabinet members against corrupt practices. “Today, you have been taken through the expectations of your roles, the macro-economic context in which we find ourselves, and the corruption pitfalls that you must avoid to guard against what the EACC describes as a cause for sleepless nights,” Gachagua explained to the Cabinet during their induction at the National Defense University.

Gachagua further advised the new Cabinet to embody the principles of servant leadership and maintain transparency in their operations. “Don’t lock yourself up in your office – move around and discover what is happening. Have an open-door policy that encourages full and frank input from those who serve under you,” he remarked, advocating for an environment that fosters diverse viewpoints and innovative ideas.

He stated the importance of adhering to the Constitution and using their positions to benefit the populace. “We are oath and honour-bound, to only exercise that power in strict conformity with the Constitution, and to use that Power for the enduring benefit of the people,” Gachagua pointed out.

The Deputy President also addressed the matter of recent youth protests, recognizing the need for attentiveness to demands for better governance. “This youthfulness presents immense opportunities to harness their energy, passion, and creativity, but it also comes with heightened pressures and greater expectations.

The excellent task of our season in leadership is to initiate an industrial, agricultural, and digital age revolution that will create millions more jobs for, particularly, the youth,” he acknowledged.

Lastly, he stressed the significance of constitutional adherence and collective responsibility within the Cabinet, stating, “You are now also bound by collective responsibility, and no matter your personal views on a matter, once it is directed by the President or resolved in Cabinet, your duty is to jealousy, fiercely, and firmly defend it. You no longer have personal views or observations. Your words are policy pronouncements,” reinforcing the gravity of their roles.