Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has affirmed that peace has been restored in the troubled Baringo and Kerio Valley regions, marking a turning point for development and economic growth. Speaking during a Sunday service at AIC Kabartonjo in Baringo North, the DP emphasized that the Kenya Kwanza Administration has made significant strides in ending banditry and cattle rustling since assuming office in September 2022.
Kindiki, who previously served as Interior Cabinet Secretary, commended the government’s unwavering commitment to restoring security in the North Rift region. “We have established a firm foundation in the search for peace and security in Baringo and Kerio Valley,” he said, noting that this foundation is being strengthened by the current Interior CS.
He called upon local leaders, including Baringo North MP Joseph Makilap and Tiaty MP William Kamket, to continue championing peaceful co-existence among communities. Kindiki highlighted that no single community is to blame for the past insecurity, but rather criminal elements who disrupted peace for years.
The Deputy President, who personally led over 19 visits to the region during his tenure as Interior CS, noted that the deployment of National Police Reservists and special units has helped restore calm. He assured residents that any shortages in security personnel would be addressed promptly.
With peace now prevailing, Kindiki said the government is shifting its focus to infrastructure and economic development. “Security has improved, and now we are focusing on the expansion of roads, agriculture, water, education and other development activities,” he stated.
Key projects underway include the long-delayed tarmacking of the Kipsaraman-Kinyach, Kinyach-Kapsowar, and Barwesa-Kolowa roads. The Chemolingot-Kapedo-Lokori-Lodwar road is also being prioritized. Modern markets are being developed in areas like Kabartonjo to support local trade and livelihoods.
He urged residents to support President William Ruto’s development agenda, stating, “The President has done his best, we should continue praying for him to steer our country to greatness.”
The church service was led by AIC Baringo Bishop William Kotut and attended by several MPs from the region.
