Announcing his decision to call it a day last Wednesday, the former Westlands MP said he had reached his peak in public service, and it was time he passed the baton to youthful leaders.
“I have done all I could have done in my lifetime as a public servant, and as such, I’m embarking on a low-key life so I can have more time with my family,” he said.
He is challenging his age- mates and
those older than him to also consider
quitting.
“They should learn to quit while they can still be useful to their families and businesses in their private life. I appreciate the phrase ‘leaving while it’s still sweet,’ ” said the 65-year-old.