You have asked me to be your chief servant: Kibaki's first presidential speech

Mwai Kibaki receives a sword from former President Daniel Arap Moi on December 30, 2002, in Uhuru Park, Nairobi. [File, Standard]

I feel extremely happy to address you today. I am overwhelmed by your love. I am emboldened by your support and enthusiasm. I am thrilled by your sense of dedication and commitment to this country. You have renewed my hope and strengthened my belief in the greatness of this country.

Now, all of us, both young and old, men and women, Kenyans of every ethnic group, race or creed, have embarked on a journey to a promising future with unshakeable determination and faith in God and in ourselves.