I Will Not Extend My Stay in Power, Uhuru Says
President Kenyatta insists he has no intention to extend his stay in power beyond 2022 when his constitutional two-term presidential limit will expire.
While responding to questions during a virtual meeting with US think-tank the Atlantic Council, Uhuru confirmed he does not intend to cling to power by amending the constitution.
“It is unfortunate that some people have interpreted the scenario of a referendum to change the Constitution, to mean that certain individuals want to change that Constitution to extend the presidential term,” said Uhuru.
“I can tell you, if there is one thing that Kenyans are very, very clear about is the two-term limit. Kenyans are very clear about it and they have been clear about it since 1992 when we introduced multipartism. And there’s been no single president that has broken that and I don’t intend to be the first.”
He clarified that his quest for a referendum to introduce changes to the constitution is meant to achieve national cohesion and end recurrent divisive elections.
Uhuru further dismissed claims that he will seek to serve as the country’s Prime Minister once his term as president ends.
“In our time of multiparty politics, we have had tremendous tensions every election cycle. My partnership with Hon. Raila was to see if we can get to understand the issues that drive these tensions through the consultative BBI forums,” he said.
“I have no clue whether there is going to be a premiership in the Constitution. You see, these are the questions that people are now posing. I gave you a very clear synopsis of the areas where people are interested in. They are interested in the value of their vote, they are interested in the distribution of resources, and they are interested in inclusivity in government.”
“All I can say is that the office that exists today, is the Office of the President. The President of the Republic of Kenya. Our constitution is very clear: that a President serves for two terms. I am now in my second term. No president has broken that; I don’t intend to do it,” he added.
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Uhuru Kenyatta is a pathological liar.
If anyone believes him, shame on you.
The man has a HISTORY of verifiable lies.
He is lying.
The only thing that can guarantee he will not force himself on Kenyans as he is currently doing his , if he is dead.
Uhuru Kenyatta death will save Kenyans a lot of turmoil , stress and money.
He stole Power in 2013 and…
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In reply to Uhuru Kenyatta is a… by Guest (not verified)
He stole Power in 2013 and 2017 (after his uncle Kibaki stole the same in 2007). Pathological thief; remember?
It is not wise to issue…
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It is not wise to issue death threats to the president of the Republic of Kenya. @guest, something is amiss with your head - psychiatric issues or worse. You should be arrested forthwith!
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They will find you Wherever you are in the world for threading the safety of a president! They will track you down using the best technology available. They already know your full names and have detailed information of your where about. Issuing death threats that anyone is not acceptable @guest! You can run but you will not hide!!
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Threatening Uhuru and his family with death is a no go area! You ought to know better to threaten any human being with death!
It does not matter how pissed off you are with Uhuru’s leadership. You lack manners and discipline!
The same kind of death threats you are issuing here caused the 2007/8 mayhem in the Rift Valley which lead to killing of women and children by being burnt in a Kiambaa church.
No one should take your death threats to the president lightly @guest! You can do a whole better than you are doing right now! This matter must be addressed! Your credentials are well known! Stop the madness!!
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Am not saying Uhuru Kenyatta should be killed.
All am saying is his death will bring stability to the region and will save Kenyans ALOT of money.
In fact the elimination of his entire family will be a blessing to all Kenyans.
The man and the Kenyatta family are a cancer to kenya and Kenyans. COVID20.
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@guest - you have issued a death threat to the president of the Republic of Kenya and his entire family. It is not the first time you have issued these threats!
This is a very serious matter and the secret service Agents must not take your threats lightly! We, the people of the Republic of Kenya do hereby demand action to be taken against you immediately! Please, DCI take action against this character!
You must be arrested for thorough questioning and be kept in jail until the matter is properly concluded!
You are very disgusting …
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You are very disgusting @guest for saying and wishing that Uhuru should be killed! Can someone look into this character? You are not intelligent one bit! Shame on you!
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Uhuru should be smart like Xi Jinping and Putin who know how development for their countries not like collapsing democracy in west.
@wisecounsel - Uhuru is far…
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In reply to Uhuru should be smart like… by Wisecounsel (not verified)
@wisecounsel - Uhuru is far much smarter than all those you have mentioned here! Xi can’t be all that smart after he allowed the killer Wuhanvirus to be spread across the globe - that is not smart at all!
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For those who have had a chance to wotk with HE Muigai Kamau they will tell you that he is a very strict master who is a go getter. He is not a liar, not lazy or slow walker but a good networker. Me think he knows who will succeed him. Enquire frm Tim Sale, CBA or Brook Side or RV golf club if in doubts. Facing Mulembe fr Mt. Kenya is a clue.
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