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    "id": 1463812,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1463812/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Kiambu, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. John Waithaka",
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    "content": " Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44(2)(c), I wish to request for a Statement from the Chairman of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations regarding the arrest and prolonged detention of two Kenyan citizens in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The two siblings, namely, Mr Kevin Mbugua of Passport No.BK3490508 and his sister, Ms Nellie Wangui of Passport No.AK0227614, who hail from Ndumberi in Kiambu Constituency were arrested in Dubai in December 2023 under unclear circumstances. They are currently being held incommunicado by the Dubai authorities in Ajman jail. Their detention has now persisted for nearly eight months. This prolonged incarceration without clarity on proceedings or due process has caused distress among the family members. The lack of communication has left the family in a state of fear and uncertainty regarding the fate of their loved ones. It is deeply troubling that no formal charges have been filed against the two siblings. This situation also raises questions about the safety and well-being of Kenyans abroad, and the effectiveness of our diplomatic interventions in such cases. Hon. Speaker, it is against this backdrop that I request a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations on: The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
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