Security Is a Collective Responsibility, Says DP William Ruto

Speaking during a funds-drive in aid of women groups at Ikolomani Constituency in Kakamega County on Sunday, Mr Ruto said that issues of security and the war against terrorism require the support of all Kenyans.

"It is our collective responsibility as Kenyans to participate in the war against insecurity. Let us stop blame games and work together in addressing security challenges facing the country," said Mr Ruto.

Condemning the recent terrorist attack at the Garissa University College where 148 people were killed, the deputy president said firm security measures have been put in place to contain the vice, saying that leaders should work together in ensuring law and order.

He said leaders in North-Eastern were working together to ensure those engaging in acts of lawlessness in the region were brought to book.

“We are going to use every resource and equipment to ensure security for all Kenyans,” said Mr Ruto.

The deputy president was accompanied by among others MPs Ben Washiali (Mumias East, Bernard Shinali (Ikolomani), Emmanuel Wangwe (Navokholo), Charles Kimose (Hamisi), Malulu Injendi (Malava), John Bunyasi (Nambale), David were (Matungu), Yusuf Chanzu (Vihiga), Dan Wanyama (Webuye West), Senator Bonny Khalwale (Kakamega) and Governor Wycliffe Oparanya (Kakamega).