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    "content": "I hereby report to the Senate that a petition has been submitted through the Clerk by Mr. Titus Thuku Njoroge concerning the alleged dismissal by the African Inland Church (AIC) of Kenya and non-payment of arrears. As you are aware, under Article 191 of the Constitution- “(1) Every person has a right to petition Parliament to consider any matter within its authority, including to enact, amend or repeal any legislation.” Hon. Senators, the salient issues raised in the Petition are as follows- THAT, Mr. Titus Thuku Njoroge was employed by AIC Kenya through a signed contract between himself and the Central Church Council Bishop who endorsed and confirmed his position as permanent and pensionable; THAT, although his permanent employment status entitled him to a house and travelling allowances, Mr. Njoroge did not receive those benefits throughout his service; THAT, from October, 2024 to April, 2025, Mr. Titus Thuku Njoroge did not receive his salary and allowances despite undertaking his duties. Upon raising the issue with his employer, he was informed that he had been employed on contract terms for a period of two years and that he had been replaced by another employee without prior notification or due process. THAT the petitioner made several attempts to resolve the concerns presented in this Petition with his employer, the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, State Department for Labour and Skills Development, all of which have been unsuccessful; THAT none of the issues raised in the Petition are pending before any court of law, constitutional or legal body. Consequently, the petitioner prays that the Senate intervenes in the matter with a view to do the following- (i) making recommendations on compensations to Mr. Njoroge; and, (ii) making any other recommendation necessary in the circumstances. Hon. Senators, pursuant to Standing Order No.238(1), the Petition is hereby committed to the Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare for consideration. In terms of Standing Order No.238(2), the Committee is required in not more than 60 calendar days from the time of reading this prayer, to table its report to the Senate for consideration. Thank you."
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