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    "id": 1191326,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Ogola",
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    "content": "A total of 69 candidates, as indicated in the report, appeared before the Presiding Officers, out of whom the Kenya Kwanza Alliance Coalition presented 15 candidates and the Azimio La Umoja-One Kenya Alliance Coalition presented 12 nominees, while 42 were candidates of independent political parties. Therefore, pursuant to Rule 12 of the Rules, the Presiding Officers gave the public an opportunity to inspect the nomination papers and lodge any complaints they may have had with respect to the candidates’ nominations. The inspection was done on Thursday, 10th and Friday, 11th from 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. as presented. At the close of nomination on Friday 11th, the Presiding Officers forwarded the names and nomination papers of the duly nominated candidates to the Joint Select Committee for consideration and complaints lodged during the inspection days. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I also present observations that have been made by the Joint Select Committee. The Committee observed that the East African Legislative Assembly elections assign crucial roles in the election process to the presiding officers instead of the Joint Select Committee. The Committee also observed that some of the candidates did not comply with the advertisements in national newspapers, including The Daily Nation and Standard, and the Kenya Gazette of the 26th of October. Most applicants did not comply with the provision of the Elections Act on requirements of qualifications of Members of Parliament (MP) either through a Political Party or as an Independent Candidate. Based on the aforementioned observations, the Joint Select Committee, therefore, recommends enhancement to the East African Legislative Assembly elections. One observation is to enhance the role of the Joint Select Committee. It is also recommended for a provision of a framework for formal campaigns by the candidate. It is now my pleasant duty and privilege on behalf of the Joint Select Committee to present the Report of the Election of Members to EALA for your consideration. I beg to move and ask Sen. Joyce Korir to second."
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