- He also called on Kenyans to maintain peace cohesion and security during this festive season.
- DP Gachagua was accompanied by his spouse Second Lady Pastor Dorcas Rigathi.
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Deputy President Rigathi has hosted over 1000 neighbours in his rural home in Mathira, Nyeri County for the Christmas celebrations.
The residents on Sunday flocked the DP's residence as they were honoured with Christmas gifts.
The residents were gifted items such as foodstuffs including maize and wheat flours, rice and cooking oil for the Christmas celebrations.
The visitors included the elderly, vulnerable families and persons living with disability
Gachagua called on Kenyans to share with the less fortunate in the society during this festive period.
He also called on Kenyans to maintain peace cohesion and security during this festive season.
DP Gachagua was accompanied by his spouse Second Lady Pastor Dorcas Rigathi.
"I want to urge all Kenyans to love each other. The festive season is a moment for people to share love and that is why I have called my neighbours today so that we can eat together and share the little that we have. I want to urge all Kenyans to spread love and promote peace," Gachagua said.
He added that this period if for doing good deeds.
Gachagua further reminded parents to be wise in spending money during the festivities ahead of the January school calendar.
"Don't spend all your money during this period. Spend your money keeping it in mind that January is a month for paying school fees for your children. Set some aside from the one you are spending so that it can help you in taking your children in school," he said.
"I would like to wish all Kenyans and especially those here a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year."
The residents were filled with joy as they received the Christmas gifts.
His spouse, Pastor Dorcas, also asked Kenyans to share with those in need during the holiday season.
"Christmas is a time that families need to spend time together. Whatever you have, share with others, remember your parents, call them if you are far from them. It is time for families to come together. God loves you so much that He gave you His only son. God gave His very best to World," she said.
Jane Wairimu, a resident, lauded the Deputy President's decision to host them and sharing gifts.
"It is our value to share and show compassion. The holiday brings us closer and we are grateful the Deputy President has shared the food commodities with his neighbours," Wairimu said.