President Ruto applaud parties to the Ethiopia peace process
President William Ruto has lauded parties to the Ethiopia peace process, the government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and the Tigray Regional government for reaching a consensus to end the 2-year war.
Through a statement, Ruto commended Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and the leadership of Tigray for their bold move in restoring peace in Ethiopia.
He applauded the delegation between the two parties amongst them including immediate former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
“I commend the AU High Representative for the Horn of Africa Olusegun Obasanjo, Uhuru Kenyatta and Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuke for their facilitation and tireless efforts, wisdom, patience and unity of purpose that brought this day of peace that heralds a bright future for the people of Ethiopia,” Ruto remarked.
He saluted the Ethiopian leaders for their resolve reaffirming Kenya’s support for peace and security in the country.
“I salute the great people of Ethiopia, for whom I wish an era of cohesion, integration and reconciliation. The mutual agreement will create the necessary environment to nurture durable peace and political stability in Ethiopia,” the statement read in part.
Uhuru, speaking to the media after the agreement between the two parties, said that the lasting solutions can only be through a political dialogue.
“Violence, bullets and guns is not the solution. Agreeing that the lasting solution can only be through political engagement and political dialogues and being able to accommodate our differences and diversities and remaining a united Africa,” he said.
During his inauguration, Ruto appointed Uhuru as peace envoy to conflicted regions across the continent.
Ruto said that he was confident in his predecessor’s capabilities to deliver in his new mandate.
