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    "content": "Ever since we reconstituted the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NGCDF) committees under the new Act, over 280 constituencies have had their nominees approved and gazetted. That is a confirmation that Kenyans appreciate and value the contribution made by the committees in our respective constituencies. There are a few constituencies that are yet to submit their nominees for approval by this House. I am also aware that the National Treasury has released funds meant for the NGCDF to the Board for disbursement to the constituencies. It is, therefore, necessary that all these committees are approved and gazetted so that they are able to transact business, especially to disburse education bursary funds as well as funds for other development projects for this financial year. Lastly, I am aware that we have one constituency whose nominees are now a matter of court proceedings. Whereas I know that every Kenyan has a right to lodge any complaint or seek redress in a court of law, I think it is important – and this is the appeal I want to make to all Kenyans – that instead of being a litigious nation--- Kenya is becoming a litigious nation; every 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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