I Don't Have Any problem With Opposition Leaders - President Ruto

President William Ruto has asked leaders to embrace unity and respect for each other while discharging their duties.

The Head of State said issues to do with the last General Election were 'now behind us', saying it was time to serve the people.

Speaking at Nyanturago grounds in Kisii County during an interdenominational prayer service, President Ruto called for teamwork and unity of purpose among leaders in addressing challenges facing Kenyans.

President Ruto argued that Kenyans made their decisions on leadership during the last General Election, noting that it was now time to serve them.

"Kenyans made their choices on the nature of leaders from MCAs to the President during the last General Election. Since there is time for everything, as leaders it's now our opportunity to serve the people, "President Ruto stated. 

Ruto welcomed the move by Abagusii leaders to work with the Government in addressing challenges facing the region.

He noted that he had no problem with the Opposition leaders since their responsibility was to provide checks and balances on the Government.

"I don't have any problem with the Opposition leaders. They are constitutionally recognized. They should do their work in accordance with the law," President Ruto said. 

The President also cautioned the Opposition leaders against misusing other people's children to engage in disruptive demonstrations to achieve their selfish ends.

"It's against the law, unconstitutional and backward for some people to use violence to sabotage development. This is unacceptable," said President Ruto.

At the same time, the President noted that his administration has put in place proper mechanisms aimed at reducing the cost of living.

He mentioned that the Government will continue to subsidize the cost of farm inputs including fertilizer as part of efforts to increase production.

"We've reduced the cost of fertilizers from Sh 7,000 to Sh 3,500 and now to Sh 2,500. I ask farmers who are yet to register to do so to benefit from the subsidized commodity," said Dr Ruto.

He argued that the registration of farmers has greatly helped eliminate cartels who were selling fertilizers at exorbitant prices.

Dr. Ruto said by investing heavily in the agricultural sector, the country would soon stop importing Sh500 billion worth of food items.

Governor Simba Arati announced that he was ready to work with President Ruto, saying he was democratically elected into office.

"I am ready to work with President Ruto and his administration because he was democratically elected into office. I see legitimacy in you, Mr President. You are a sober leader and someone with a good heart", said Mr Arati.

The Governor made it clear that disruptive demonstrations will not be entertained in his county.

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wa urged Opposition leaders to accept the results of the last General Election and move on.

The MPs said they've resolved to put aside their differences and work together for the sake of development.