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    "id": 319184,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Mr. Njuguna",
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    "speaker": {
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        "legal_name": "Peter Njuguna Gitau",
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    "content": "Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, very briefly, let me start by thanking the Minister for the very steady manner he has managed the affairs in the Ministry of Finance and in addition to urge him to start looking for ways and means of making sure that teachers are paid their salaries in good time and even the lecturers. This morning we had a critical meeting which the Minister was not able to attend. We need to bring normalcy in our institutions. Secondly, I note from the new Act that the President is empowered in the appointment of the Governor of the CBK. This is the nerve centre of resources in this country and, therefore, the President considering the appointment of the Governor is key to improving this centre for proper management of our resources. I also note that Parliament has a role in approving the appointment by the President. I also note in the new Bill that the Governor has powers to appoint staff at the CBK. It will be very important that in the appointment of staff, nepotism and tribalism will not be exhibited at the CBK. It should be given the resemblance of national character where all Kenyans qualified are given a chance to serve at the CBK. Time and again, we have seen governors getting their own brothers and sisters. Therefore, sacking people will not be tolerated. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Bill also notes that a Deputy Governor will also be appointed. The Deputy Governor will be expected to work together with the"
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