National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has urged all Kenyans to pray for peace and prosperity for the country.

Wetang’ula in a statement shared via his official X account on Sunday, November 17, 2024, appealed to Kenyans to dedicate the day for the prayers.

Wetang’ula on preparedness

The former Bungoma county senator also told Kenyans to be ready at all times.

In a heartfelt appeal grounded in a scriptural reflection, Wetang’ula cited Matthew 24:32–33, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and vigilance in uncertain times.

“Matthew 24:32–33. “Learn a lesson from the fig tree. When its branch becomes tender and sprouts leaves, you know that summer is near. In the same way, when you see these things happening, you will know that the time is near, ready to come”. May each one of us dedicate this Sunday for prayers for peace and prosperity of our beloved country. May God be with you all!” Wetang’ula stated.

Let us be ready at all times

Matthew 24:32–33.
“Learn a lesson from the fig tree. When its branch becomes tender and sprouts leaves, you know that summer is near. In the same way, when you see these things happening, you will know that the time is near, ready to come”

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— Rt.Hon.Dr.Moses Wetang'ula (@HonWetangula) November 17, 2024

Wetang’ula’s message comes at a time when the nation continues to grapple with various social, economic, and political challenges.

Several leaders have been calling for peace and unity in the country.

Uhuru on peace

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Saturday, November 16, 2024, emphasised the importance of peace in the country.

The fourth president was speaking during the consecration of Bishop Peter Kimani in Embu.

The former Head of State said that each citizen should pray for the country and avoid issues that might bring about division.

“Mimi sina mengi ya kusema, unajua mimi sasa sina mastori mingi, mimi ninaangalianga tu TV na kusikia redio lakini ningependa kuungana na yale yamesemwa hapa na makamu wa rais ya kwamba tuombee nchi yetu, tuombee amani, tuombee uwiano kati ya viongozi na nchi.

“Tuwache mambo ya ukabila na tupendane. Sisi wote ni wakenya na Kenya haiwezi kufaulu kukiwa na utengano, watu wakitupiana maneno, na wakiwa hawaheshimiani. Viongozi mheshimu wananchi na watarudisha hio heshima,” Uhuru said.

The event was also attended by President William Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and former DP Rigathi Gachagua among other leaders.