Kiambu Governor James Nyoro has asked politicians to stop hurling insults at each other during campaigns.
Nyoro said it was wrong for politicians to insult one another since the electorates were watching them.
The governor urged politicians seeking different seats to practise mature politics.
Nyoro said the insults can end up causing the politicians supporters to fight each other.
“The public discusses words used by politicians. They define politicians character by the way they speak. Let us tame our tongues,” he said.
“Politicians words can see supporters rising against each other, which is very unfortunate. This country is not ready for bloodshed, displacement and deaths.”
He said as election day draws closer, the electorate are keen to discuss all politicians seeking different seats.
The governor urged leaders and residents to embrace peaceful.
“We want the forthcoming election to be different, everyone's opinion should be respected even when you don't agree with their manifesto and this can only be achieved if we embrace peace and tolerance,” he said.
Nyoro spoke at Kidfamaco area in Kikuyu town on Sunday during a meet the people tour.
He is seeking re-election on a Jubilee party ticket.
He asked residents to consider electing him in the August polls, saying he has only served the county for two years as governor.
I have built markets, constructed roads, upgraded others, improved health facilities and participated in public activities. Since the constitution allows governors to serve two terms, I only require one term to complete some of the projects I initiated."
(Edited by Francis Wadegu)
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