ODM Party Leader Raila Odinga says has said it is possible for Kenya to attain economic success just like global economic giants like China with the right leadership and direction.

Raila, however, maintained that there had to be a clear plan and not mere slogans that only work to whip the emotions of Kenyans without offering tangible solutions.

Raila Odinga in Nanyuki. PHOTO/COURTESY

The former Prime Minister was speaking during a tour of Laikipia while flanked by area Governor Nderitu Murithi and former National Assembly Speaker Francis Ole Kaparo.

Raila Odinga in Nanyuki. PHOTO/COURTESY

He rallied Mt Kenya region to back his presidential aspirations saying, unlike Deputy President William Ruto, he has a solid plan to ensure Kenya is united and prosperous.

“You cannot tell Kenyans ‘kazi ni kazi’. Today in Laikipia, they very impressively laid out their challenges, and we had a comprehensive discussion on solutions. That is the sort of Kenya we want. A Kenya of solutions, not excuses, a nation at work and not bureaucracies. We want a working, efficient Kenya,” said Raila.

Raila Odinga in Nanyuki. PHOTO/COURTESY

He added that Kenyans must also be allowed to acquire necessary skills and be given an opportunity and the right environment to do the jobs that are appropriate and decent.

Raila Odinga in Nanyuki. PHOTO/COURTESY

His visit to Nanyuki on Sunday comes just a day after he joined congregants of the Convention of All Israel Churches Kenya for a service in Gilgil, Nakuru County.

Raila Odinga in Nanyuki. PHOTO/COURTESY

He was accompanied to the church services and public rallies in Mt Kenya region by a host of dignitaries led by Royal Media Services founder and Chairman SK Macharia.