BBI Has Derailed Jubilee’s Development Agenda, Deputy President William Ruto Says

Deputy President William Ruto claims that the campaigns for the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) have derailed the government’s development agenda.

Ruto pointed out that almost all government operations have been brought to a halt as the focus shifted to the push for a referendum to amend the 2010 Constitution.

"BBI campaigns have halted nearly everything and this is affecting development in the country. I hope we get done with this issue so that we get back to the normal business of serving the people," Ruto said in Gatanga, Murang'a County on Sunday.

While admitting that there is little time left for the Jubilee government to deliver its promises, Ruto said he is ready to continue with the agenda once he takes over as the next president.

"We are not going to be sidetracked by any diversional tactics from a few people who don't want us to deliver," he remarked.

He also vowed to continue visiting the populous Mt. Kenya region despite attempts by his detractors to stop him.

"Those who have issues with me coming to this region should know that I am serving the people from all corners of the country. We used to tour this region with the president while hunting for votes and nothing has changed because I am his deputy," said Ruto.

"I do not understand why some people are angry at me because of reaching out to the common person but I should tell them nothing will make me change my stand on dealing with hustlers. This country belongs to all of us and we need to learn to accommodate each other regardless of their status," he added.