- Speaker Moses Wetang'ula called on parliamentarians to prioritize integrity and transparency in inspecting the new IEBC commissioners
- He also called for unity and advice in leadership, emphasizing the involvement of young politicians
- Wetang'ula insisted on supporting President William Ruto, defending bilateral cooperation in national development
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called on MPs to focus on integrity and transparency in reviewing the new commissioners of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
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Speaking during a church service at the Mokwo parish in Keiyo South Parliament, Elgeyo Marakwet County, stressed that parliamentarians must put national interests ahead of political positions to ensure the right to election and free.
Wetang'ula highlighted the important role of Parliament in creating a Kenyan electoral system, calling on parliamentarians to approve the capable and impartial candidates of the commission.
He reminded them that the nomination panel had published a list of candidates and would soon provide a short list, emphasizing their responsibility to approve the nominees who would comply with the country's democratic values.
“You, as MPs, have a responsibility to choose a new team of IEBC. Please choose Kenyans with regulations that respect the law and hold the Constitution so that they do not bring problems in our country. That's what we urge. Kenyans rely on you MPs, ” He said.
What is Wetang'ula's position on the Ruto-Raila unity?
Wetang'ula confirmed his unstable support for political agreement between President William Ruto and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odingasaying he is the coordinator of the first Kenyan Executive Committee that decides such issues of great importance.
He called on leaders in all political parties to focus on the unity and development of the nation, warning against political divisions and the division of the political environment.
“We fully support our President in bringing people together. We want a united Kenya. Politics is competitive, but when elections are over we must unite and work for the country, ” He said.
Wetang'ula also addressed the need to advise young leaders, emphasizing the role of politicians who have experienced leading the next generation.
He shared a personal story about choosing to attend an event organized by a young leader, Gideon Kimaiyo, rather than a high -profile meeting with the President himself.
“Like the elderly, we should not oppress young leaders. Even today, the President had asked me to join him for church worship in Annex, but I told him I had an invitation from Kimaiyo. If I refused his invitation, what message would it send? ” He set.
Wetang'ula urges MPs to investigate the IEBC's request, to choose the best.
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Chebikati is praised as a leader who had a rule
Wetang'ula's remarks follow the funeral of former IEBC chairman Fula chebikati The Kiminini area, where Ruto praised the Chairman of the Electoral Commission who left as a ritual and diligent leader who maintained integrity during the 2022 election.
In his speech, Wetangula either referred to Chebikati as a pillar of resilience, praising his courage in managing the elections that create divisions.
Other leaders, such as Trans Nzoia Governor, George Natembeya, supported the qualifications, calling Chebikati a man of honor whose legacy of elections strengthened democracy.
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