Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, has asked Kenyans to remain sober during this festive seasons.
The second lady in her festive season’s greeting urged Kenyan drivers to avoid drinking while driving.
”I want you to remain sober so that we can have a productive and prosperous nation,” the second lady said.
Dorcas Rigathi has been fighting drug and substance abuse in the country.
Her agenda being to rescue the boy child from the deadly effect.
”I want you to celebrate alive, as I have always been saying I want you to celebrate the way you want. I want you to celebrate sober,” she added.
Pastor Dorcas emphasized that many people have suffered injuries and loss of lives in road accidents.
An unfortunate situation that she believes could be avoided during this festive season.
She pointed out that some of these accidents are attributed to drunk driving.
“As you drive, drive sober. We must be careful the way we behave this season. Let us not lose lives while we can control ourselves,” she said.
Recently, the second lady has been campaigning against drug and substance abuse.
Dorcas Rigathi warning on illicit brewers
On November 18th 2023, Dorcas issued a warning to people selling illicit brews.
During the launch of a Treatment and Rehabilitation Centre at Koiwa Hospital in Bomet County, NACADA Chairman Rev. Stephen Mairori mentioned that about 400,000 individuals in the region require rehabilitation.
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The Second Lady, inaugurated the facility and expressed concern about the 22% prevalence of drug and substance abuse.
“I understand there is a 22% prevalence of drugs in this county. That is very bad, and if we don’t do something, Governor (Hillary Barchok), this county will have a big problem,” she said.
