Speaking during a public event in Mombasa, the governor said leaders from previously opposing political camps had now come together to address long-standing challenges affecting Kenyans, particularly land ownership disputes in the Coast region.
Abdulswamad noted that land injustice has remained one of the biggest concerns for residents at the Coast for decades, with thousands of families living on ancestral land without ownership documents.
According to the governor, the current efforts by the national government to issue title deeds mirror promises that had previously been outlined in Raila Odinga’s manifesto.
He said the focus should now shift from political rivalry to delivering practical solutions that improve the lives of ordinary citizens.
“The issues that were raised in Raila Odinga’s manifesto, especially on land reforms and social justice, are now being addressed. What matters most is that Kenyans finally get solutions,” Abdulswamad said.
The governor praised the ongoing title deed issuance programme in the Coast region, saying it would help secure land rights for many families and reduce conflicts linked to ownership disputes.
His remarks came amid renewed government efforts to process and distribute thousands of title deeds across several counties in the Coast region.
President Ruto recently announced the issuance of more than 33,000 title deeds in Mombasa and revealed that an additional 200,000 documents are currently being processed for residents in different parts of the Coast.
Abdulswamad said cooperation between leaders from different political backgrounds demonstrates a shared commitment to national unity and development.
He added that political competition should not prevent leaders from supporting programmes that directly benefit citizens.
The governor further urged residents to support initiatives aimed at resolving historical land injustices, noting that secure land ownership would open up economic opportunities and improve livelihoods.