African Press International (API)

Politicians have been urged to shun utterances that could lead to hatred among Kenyans.

Internal security minister George Saitoti says the government is committed to bringing peace and stability to the country.

Speaking at the Rongai Catholic Church in his Kajiado North constituency Saitoti said this is a crucial moment in the history of the country and politicians should learn from the aftermath of last year’s elections to preach peace among Kenyans.

He called on Kenyans to co-exist peacefully and keep off from leaders who try to incite them against each other.

The minister said the government would make sure all Kenyans and their property are protected.

Saitoti reiterated that the government would assist displaced persons start their lives anew.

He said the grand coalition government would prioritize issues concerning the youth with a view to involving them in activities that would enable them get involved in economically viable projects.

He expressed optimism that the coalition government would last saying all players have shown their commitment to bring peace and stability in the country.�

And with members of the coalition government pledging to give Kenyans a new constitution by the end of the year, Gachoka MP Rev. Mutava Musyimi now says Kenyans should be left to decide whether they want a Presidential, Parliamentary or a Hybrid system of government.

Musyimi who is also a member of the Parliamentary Committee on Legal and Justice Affairs said the move would prevent conflicts of power from arising.

Musyimi says currently Kenya has no definite governance system which complicated administrative roles and led to duplication of duties.

He said Kenyans have struggled for a new constitutional dispensation for decades and urged leaders not to delay the reform process further.

Rev Musyimi was speaking during the inauguration ceremony of the new Makima division in Mbeere District.

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