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    "speaker_name": "Mr. C. Kilonzo",
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        "legal_name": "Charles Mutavi Kilonzo",
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    "content": "On a point of order, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. As I stand to support my colleagues, I wish that the Chair directs that the Government has to act as a matter of urgency, and, if possible, today, because the number of kids who are affected is close to 300,000. They might not get sick now, but we need action to be taken to ensure that remedial measures are taken to ensure that they get proper treatment. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, the whistle blower on this matter was none other than the Kenya Red Cross, and for the Government to keep quiet and to take no action is very wanting. The Kenya Bureau of Standards, on instructions from the Kenya Red Cross, had the following to say – and that is why I am concerned that the Government has not bothered to do anything. “Please, note that these consignments have very high levels of aflatoxin and have serious impact on public health and safety concerns. As indicated earlier, these products should not be offered for human consumption.” Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, over 300,000 kids are affected and the Government is asleep; they have not responded. When they are directed by the Chair to come here, the Government does not find it necessary to come and respond to this matter. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to beg that a statement is given this afternoon. It is very urgent. If the Minister will not be available, the Prime Minister himself can as well respond."
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