Democratic Party presidential aspirant Justin Muturi has pledged promote the welfare of the entertainment industry if elected the head of state.
Muturi was speaking in Ruiru town where he was the chief guest during a Gospel music extravaganza and launch of a ten-year career album by popular Kikuyu Gospel singer Mary Lincon.
In the event attended by the creme de la creme of the Kikuyu Gospel music genre, the Speaker of the National Assembly said the Copyright Bill was in the works as he called on the government to fast-track policies that open doors for youth talent.
“Music and other performing arts, especially Gospel music, can become a thriving avenue for Youth self-employment,” he said.
Muturi said prioritizing youth talent and education was the way to a successful future for the nation.
He said, “The Gospel music industry is employing hundreds of young people, besides bring an avenue for promoting Godly and religious behaviour. Let us support these artists in every way.”
On violence during the electioneering season, Muturi called for speedy investigation into the Uasin Gishu incident where rowdy youths stoned a helicopter carrying Azimio la Umoja presidential candidate Raila Odinga just before it took off after he attended the burial of Jackson Kibor.
The Speaker of the National Assembly said it was unfortunate that some politicians were inciting the youth to cause violence on the campaign trail.