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Ruto condemns leaders in Maa Cultural Festival clashes

Ruto condemns leaders in Maa Cultural Festival clashes

The President was referring to Narok County Governor Patrick Ntutu and Narok West MP Gabriel Tongonyo, who are both vying for the gubernatorial seat.

President Ruto has condemned the chaos that erupted on Saturday during the 4th Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival at Sekenani Gate in Narok County.

Speaking during a church service in Narok on Sunday, the president urged the warring factions to work together for the good of the people.

"We don't want to see chaos. We want peace during this electioneering period. Patrick and Gabriel are both in UDA and we love them, but that does not mean that they should have differences that lead to chaos," Ruto said.

The President was referring to Narok County Governor Patrick Ntutu and Narok West MP Gabriel Tongonyo, who are both vying for the gubernatorial seat.

"The gubernatorial seat is only one, no matter what we do, it can only be one. If we had the authority to divide it into two, we would give a piece to Ntutu and Tongoyo," Ruto further said.

Supporters of the two leaders engaged in clashes that left the venue in disarray. Also believed to be involved in the chaos were supporters of Kajiado Governor Joseph Lenku.

"Let's compete but not through fighting. Let's compete on agenda, ideas, not by misusing our youth and…

In brief

The President was referring to Narok County Governor Patrick Ntutu and Narok West MP Gabriel Tongonyo, who are both vying for the gubernatorial seat. President Ruto has condemned the chaos that erupted on Saturday during the 4th Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival at Sekenani Gate in Narok County. We want peace during this electioneering period.

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