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I was ready to quit politics but others forced my hand: Uhuru

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta (right). Uhuru said his plans to hand over Jubilee leadership mantle were thwarted by incessant attacks. [Samson Wire, Standard]

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has declared that he will not be intimidated by some leaders' threats and abuses.

Speaking during the Jubilee Party National Delegates Conference (NDC) at the Ngong Racecourse in Nairobi, Uhuru said he had resolved to quit active politics and enjoy his retirement peacefully but incessant attacks by some leaders had forced him to stay on the political course.

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