The Mountain Journal
War against illicit brews will be accelerated for the efforts to save the community.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said that war against illicit brews is unstopped and must be won, adding that he was not afraid of the death merchants disguising themselves as entrepreneurs.
“ I am ready to pay the political price to restore the dignity of the people, especially the youth and our future,” said the DP.
He spoke at Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) Gateway Church in Roysambu, Nairobi during the induction of Rev. David Chege.
He pointed out that only legitimate businesses will be allowed to continue.
“Illicit brews business must be stopped as our children are sleeping in trenches. We were staring at losing a whole generation,” said the DP.
He said the government has issued tough directives against Illicit brews, drugs and substance abuse.
“We are not fighting businesses, which are selling legitimate liquor but we are focused on those dealing with illicit brews ” he said.
The DP dismissed calls from some quarters withdrawing from the war on the illicit brews as it would amount to loss of votes.
“I was not born in the seat of the Deputy President. If I lose politically for stopping poison packaged as alcohol being sold to our children, so be it,” affirmed the DP.
He reminded Kenyans that there is no pride in leading a drunken nation, zombies and those without dignity.
“ War on eradication of the illicit alcohol menace and drugs will lead to a productive nation, with people living in dignity,” said Rigathi accompanied by his spouse Pastor Dorcas.
The service was led by the Nairobi North Presbytery Moderator Rev Philip Gichuri which was attended by Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja.
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