Government not selective in service delivery, says Ruto

Deputy President William Ruto yesterday dismissed claims by the Opposition that the Jubilee Government is not inclusive, saying allegations of biased appointments and service delivery are baseless.

Ruto said the State extended its services to citizens without partiality, citing programmes such as funds for the elderly, the Constituency Development Fund and infrastructure development, among others.

The DP, who was speaking at Waunifor in Uasin Gishu County during a Sunday service yesterday, defended the Government's track record, maintaining they were providing services in line with the Constitution.

"The Jubilee administration is dedicated to serving every Kenyan irrespective of party affiliation, because every citizen has a right to benefit from the Government's services," he said.

Ruto maintained those purporting the State was sidelining them ought to understand a system was in place to oversee each region in development matters.

He hit out at Coalition for Reforms and Democracy (CORD) over calls for a referendum, saying their demand could plunge the country into anarchy.

"CORD should give us a break. Their demands are not new as they think. They voiced their demands in 2010 on the need for a new Constitution that is now in place. Their calls for the IEBC (Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission) team was also addressed hence they ought not to complain. They should understand they have no unique interests and they should allow the Government to perform," he reiterated.

He termed the Opposition's demands a "common narrative" after defeat in successive elections, and asked CORD to respect the Government.

Elgeyo/Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen also hit out at CORD saying that a referendum was not the ultimate solution to challenges facing Kenya.

"CORD should desist from misusing the term referendum which is sacred on issues that can be solved amicably by all leaders through unity. It is ironical they are at the forefront in pointing out the ills of Government instead of joining hands in seeking solutions to food and security challenges," he said.