The Central Organization of Trade Unions (Kenya) COTU, has pledged to support President William Ruto’s call for unity.
Through a congratulatory message to the president, COTU secretary general Francis Atwoli who opposed Ruto’s presidential bid initially stated that the country’s interests surpass individual pursuits and hence the need to end what he termed as “political bickering.”
“As workers, we support the President’s call for unity and reconciliation as we hope and trust, and call upon, other Kenyans of goodwill to have all hands-on deck.” He stated.
Moreover, in the statement released on Wednesday, September 14, Atwoli stated that it is wise to remember that Kenya is bigger than all of us and especially those who were involved in the political campaigns and bickering.
Furthermore, the COTU boss stressed the importance of national unity, adding that workers stand to suffer the consequences of a divided nation.
“It is important to note that at any given time when Kenyans have failed to move in one direction, a problem has always occurred and those who have suffered the most have been workers, children and women,” Atwoli cautioned.
Likewise, the COTU boss mentioned that Ruto’s message during his inauguration was a sign of hope for the Kenyan workers.
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“Therefore, the inaugural speech by President Ruto must be taken seriously as it plants a sense of hope in Kenyans,” he said.
