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    "speaker_name": "Sen. Wakili Sigei",
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    "content": "Thank you, Madam Temporary Speaker. I support the Statement by Sen. Madzayo on the plight of residents who have been evicted or whose homes have been demolished. I affirm that in Kenya, land is one of the factors of production that people fight for every other time, notwithstanding ownership or whether or not you have a title deed to it. Courts have also ruled to the highest level, that there is a procedure to be followed whenever anybody is in occupation of land. Whether they have a title deed or not, they are entitled to sufficient notice. They are entitled to an opportunity to get alternative housing or a place of abode. In situations like these where auctioneers or the police facilitate evictions without following the right procedure, I urge this House to come to the support and rescue of such victims, by ensuring full compliance with the law in any situation where such evictions have been sanctioned. It does not matter the fact that one has already been served with a notice. If they do not have a place to stay, the law protects them. It is the responsibility of the Government to still provide housing. I believe that is what Sen. Faki said in Kiswahili. I am sure I am repeating in English, the exact words he told this House in his support to the Statement. I applaud the Senator for coming to the rescue of the people who have nowhere else to go but to seek the protection of the law. This House, being a House of law and order, should also come to the support of such people. I support."
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