Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya presidential candidate Raila Odinga and his running mate Martha Karua have promised to end the theft of public funds by jailing corrupt public officials.

Speaking in Narok on Sunday, Raila said his running mate is well versed in legal matters and will be very useful should they assume power after August 9 polls.

“Martha is not a newbie in matters to do with the law, we will make sure that they end up in Manyani, Shimo la Tewa, Kamiti and Naivasha.

“I have been to those prisons and I can assure you that those kinds of people will have their prison experience. We want to change this country’s direction,” Raila said.

The former Prime Minister also said there will be no delayed justice in his government.

“I will see to it that the law is followed to the latter. Corrupt leaders have been stealing billions from our government every year and that has to stop,” he said.

He added: “Everyone who has stolen public property will have no option but to return, even those who have hidden it abroad, it will be repatriated back.”

Karua promises to support Raila

On her part, Karua said she will support Raila in ending corruption and land injustices across the country.

“I do not play when it comes to work matters, and our government will be anchored on upholding justice for everyone in our society,” she said.

She added: “He is not called ‘Baba’ just for formality. He is a father, the father of devolution, a father in the fight for liberation.

“He is a selfless father whom we have seen put away his personal interests to shake hands with the president for the sake of national peace.”

She further urged voters to take time and assess their leaders and make sure they vote for individuals with a good track record.

“When you look at the two teams, it is clear which one you can trust, and which team means business. Do not waste your vote on a team of leaders who cannot be trusted even by their villages,” said Karua.