In what appears to be a reincarnation of the famous Kisumu tour by former president Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, Raila Odinga led his handshake partner Uhuru to the lakeside to visit big four agenda projects. – By Gerald Gekara.
President Uhuru Kenyatta acknowledged greetings from thousands of Kisumu City residents who turned out to welcome him at the start of his tour of development projects in the County
Uhuru toured several projects including the construction of the ultra-modern Uhuru Business Park Market Complex in Kisumu County.
The Shs 600 million multi-purpose facility is being implemented by the National Government and will be ready for use by the end of 2020.
Together with the opposition leader, and a section of Nyanza leaders, Uhuru also toured the grounds for the new Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Complex.
The historic stadium will be ready for sporting activities by March 2021 according to Uhuru.
In his tour, President Uhuru touted the Building Bridges initiative as a lasting solution to peace and stability in the country.
“I want to urge you to read the recommendations of the BBI report. The process is aimed at crafting a united, cohesive & progressive Kenya.”
