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    "content": "is far from it. In fact, Sen. Murungi has even put it better. It is the duty of every organ of Government, the National and County governments, to implement devolution. Let me refer hon. Senators to Article 10(2)(a), which is very important. It says:- “The national values and principles of governance include- (a) patriotism, national unity, sharing and devolution of power, the rule of law, democracy and participation of the people;” Therefore, the National Government must not run away from devolution, even for functions which under Schedule Four, Part I are functions of the National Government, they must ensure that they are devolving those functions and powers to the local level. So, having a Ministry of Devolution, under the National Government is perfect. In fact, the question should be: “Has that Ministry been given enough resources to ensure that all National Government organs take their services closer to the people? They have the responsibility to take---"
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