President Uhuru Defends KDF’s Involvement in Government Projects

President Kenyatta has told off those criticizing his administration for involving the Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) in State projects. 

Speaking in Kisumu on Monday, Kenyatta vowed to continue engaging the army in key projects, saying it is doing a good job. 

The president stated that the government will not give in to the noise from a section of political leaders and other organizations, adding that KDF has proved to be effective in accomplishing assignments.

He cited the revamping of the Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) as an example, stating that previous regimes’ attempts to revive the organization failed and ended up wasting government resources. 

“Those making noise, continue making noise we will continue working, we will not lose focus,” said Kenyatta.

Uhuru termed the attacks on KDF as unwarranted, saying that army officers are also Kenyans and can play a role in development. 

“Am proud that working with KDF, Kenya railways among others we have been able to revamp the Kisumu port,” he added.

Kenyatta spoke during the commissioning of the Kenya Shipyard Limited (KSL), the keel-laying ceremony, and flagging off of MV Uhuru II on its 51st voyage. KSL is a State-owned nascent shipbuilding and repair facility. 

He was accompanied by his Burundi counterpart Evariste Ndayishimiye, who arrived in the country on Monday for a two-day state visit.

Evariste will be the guest of honor during the 58th Madaraka Day celebrations that will be held at Kenyatta International Stadium in Kisumu on Tuesday.