By Elizabeth AngiraΒ Β
Kitutu Chache South parliamentary aspirant and businessman Kevin Aruasa has pledged to transform the constituency, arguing that it has lagged behind other constituencies in development due to what he described as limited alignment with the national government.
Aruasa, who recently joined the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party, said his decision was informed by the need to position Kitutu Chache South to benefit from government development programmes and resources.
He accused the incumbent MP, Anthony Kibagendi, of failing to secure the constituency’s place in the national government’s development agenda, saying residents deserve better access to infrastructure, healthcare, education and other essential services.
Addressing UDA delegates during his entry into the party, Aruasa thanked them for attending the meeting and supporting his political ambitions.
He said extensive consultations had been held on the challenges facing the constituency, Kisii County and the country, adding that the decision to join UDA was guided by the interests and aspirations of local residents.
“I want to assure my people from Kitutu Chache South that I have made this decision for their benefit. Today marks the beginning of a new journey for us as a constituency. We must work together to ensure that we access development, proper healthcare, equity, justice and information that can help our people improve their lives,” he said.
Aruasa called on residents to support his bid in the 2027 General Election, saying their votes would be instrumental in bringing the change they desire.
He promised to promote peaceful politics, unity and cooperation, urging residents to put aside their differences and work towards a common development agenda.
He also expressed gratitude to the UDA delegates for endorsing his political ambition, describing their support as a significant step towards his parliamentary bid.
Wants Kitutu Chache South to Be Part of GovernmentΒ
The aspirant maintained that his decision to join UDA was driven by his desire to ensure Kitutu Chache South becomes an active participant in the national government’s decision-making and development agenda after the 2027 elections.
“We want to be part of the government. We do not want to remain outside the government. We want to be equal partners in the government of William Ruto come 2027. We do not want to be spectators or visitors,” Aruasa said.
He argued that the constituency should enjoy equal opportunities in the allocation of development projects, just like other areas that have benefited from their close working relationship with the national government.
Call for Democratic Choice
On party nominations and the possibility of political zoning, Aruasa insisted that residents must be allowed to exercise their democratic rights by choosing leaders of their preference.
He argued that leadership should be determined by the people’s will rather than political arrangements imposed on them.
“One of the qualities of a good leader is not about zoning. We are not going to allow conditions that undermine the freedom of the people. Voting is a right, and you cannot give it and take it away at the same time. Our people must be allowed to exercise their democratic right and vote wherever they want,” he said.
He further expressed confidence that the party would protect the nomination process from interference, insisting that credible elections were necessary to uphold the will of the electorate.
Appeals to President Ruto to Visit the Constituency
Aruasa also used the occasion to appeal to President William Ruto to visit Kitutu Chache South and assess the development challenges facing residents.
He questioned why the constituency had reportedly been left out of the President’s planned development engagements, arguing that its residents also deserved attention from the national government.
He said the President’s position as Head of State made him a symbol of national unity and called on him to visit the area despite the political differences between local leaders and the national administration.
“We want to request Your Excellency, please come and see where we are. Even if we feel let down by the leaders we elected, we are here as people who know where the shoe pinches most. We will show you the projects we need and where development should begin,” he said.
Aruasa added that with about ten months remaining before the 2027 General Election, the national government could still initiate projects that would improve service delivery and the living standards of residents.
He expressed optimism that the President could consider some of the constituency’s development needs, particularly after engagements between UDA party officials and the Head of State.
As he positions himself for the Kitutu Chache South parliamentary seat, Aruasa says his priority will be to secure more development opportunities, improve access to essential services and ensure the constituency has a stronger voice in national government.
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