Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said the broad-based Cabinet is a win for all Kenyans, insisting that no one lost.
He said there were no losers, adding that the Mt Kenya region remains happy because Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau adds to their numbers.
"I have seen many people commenting about gains and losses. Which region got what, which one lost, which one didn't, who is strong, who is not. I think the whole thing is a win for Kenya," Gachagua said.
He spoke on Friday at the funeral of Susan Wanjohi in Nyandarua, Laikipia county. Wanjohi is the mother of Wanjau.
Gachagua clarified that Wanjau was not sacked on July 11, when President William Ruto let go of his former Cabinet.
Wanjua was not affected by the decision, just as Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs Musalia Mudavadi was not.
Gachagua lauded Wanjau for her performance, saying she is committed to public service and assisting President Ruto in running the affairs of the country.
He urged all Kenyans to remain united, especially in this period of protests.
"Let us all remain united as a country," he said.
At the same time, Gachagua censured those engaging in blame games over mass protests.
In a censored language, he said it was wrong to take advantage of the protests to settle political scores.
He also hit out at those who took advantage of the peaceful and well-intentioned protests to loot property, steal, maim, and hurt.
He urged leaders to respect Kenyans even as they address them, saying the latter are ahead of the former.
"Let people know that Kenyans are very intelligent people. People of this country have come of age. They see from far. They analyse and they know," he said.
