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    "id": 1545042,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Githuku",
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        "legal_name": "Kamau Joseph Githuku",
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    "content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I wish to associate myself with the Statement by Sen. (Prof) Tom Ojienda of Kisumu County regarding the flooding in Kisumu County. As we draw near to the rainy season, it is imperative that the Government implements measures to support and help the people of this country. We have seen in different instances that some people really suffer during the rainy season. We once had a problem in Lamu County, where many people were displaced, their properties destroyed and there was no compensation. The Government is supposed to take care of them because they are taxpayers. The national Government must help these vulnerable people in the event of such a disaster. I also wish to urge the county governments, especially the governors of the 47 counties. In most instances, the governors hide in the coats of the national Government. Sometimes, the governors leave the disasters to be dealt with by the national Government, whereas they have a kitty that is supposed to help the citizens in the event that the disaster strikes. If the county governments can see to it that they also chip in, in terms of helping members of the public that they represent in different parts of this country, funds allocated for disaster can be used effectively, and the citizens of this country can enjoy the fruits of the devolution. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir."
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