President William Ruto has issued a resolute directive to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki to address the simmering conflict along the Sondu border without hesitation.

The President affirmed that his administration will not tolerate any actions that threaten the nation's stability and unity.

Ruto's firm stance on this issue was articulated during his visit to Kabonyo Kanyagwal in Nyando Sub County, where he marked the commencement of a groundbreaking aquaculture project.

While addressing the gathered crowd, he highlighted the urgency of addressing the Sondu border conflict and ensuring the safety of the affected communities.

"I told Kindiki to deal with those perpetrators as Al Shabaab," Ruto declared, underlining the gravity of the situation.

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The President's decisive directive came after Kisumu Senator Prof Tom Ojienda called upon him to articulate a clear strategy for handling the situation.

Ojienda emphasized the importance of swift action to prevent further division among the communities residing along the Sondu border.

"President, tell us how your government is going to deal with the criminals along the border in Sondu," Senator Ojienda implored, echoing the concerns of many citizens affected by the conflict.

Ruto expressed his unequivocal commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice, stating, "Nobody will escape a police dragnet because we can't condone killings of our people."

His words resonate with the sentiment that the government will use all available resources to ensure that those responsible for the violence are apprehended and held accountable through legal processes.

In addition to addressing the immediate concerns surrounding the conflict, the Head of State emphasized the importance of fostering harmonious coexistence among Kenyan citizens.

He stressed that unity is paramount for the progress and prosperity of the nation.

The President also assured the public that swift interventions have been put in place to address the Sondu border issue, particularly in the border region between Kisumu and Kericho.

These measures serve to highlight the government's commitment to restoring peace and security to the affected areas.

As President Ruto takes a strong stance against those responsible for the Sondu border conflict, Kenyans await further details on the actions and strategies that will be implemented to resolve the situation and bring those responsible to justice.