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    "content": "affiliations, potential conflict of interest, knowledge of relevant subject, overall suitability for the position, tax compliance, integrity and morality, vision and leadership, and commitment to judicial reforms, access to justice, expectations and priorities. The candidate appeared before the Committee on Thursday 5th January and was informed of the submission that had been made from the members of the public and a response from some Kenyans, that is Rev. John Mbugua and three others who stated that Archbishop Eliud Wabukala Wamukekhe had failed as Chairperson of the National Anti-corruption Campaign Steering Committee (NACCSC). They also alleged that the retired Archbishop had not been transparent and accountable while at the helm of the NACCSC. The nominee informed the Committee about his background. He was born on 26th June, 1951 in Bungoma County and went to Kolanya High School, St. Paul‟s Theological College (St. Paul‟s University) and Wycliffe College- University of Toronto. He is the immediate former Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK). During his tenure as the Archbishop, the church experienced relative peace, expansion in mission and its resource base. The candidate responded to various questions from the Committee Members. With regard to the vision and leadership of the EACC, he informed the Committee that he will strive to build public trust and confidence in the institution which is the foundation for its success. He will draw on experience from his religious background where he left the church in a strong and stable position. He will strive to work closely with the secretariat to create a conducive environment for the Commission to implement its policies and mandate. He will recognise and appreciate the good in each and every stakeholder. He was clear about the feelings of Kenyans about corruption. He said that he will help translate their feelings into action in terms of fight against corruption. He would also undertake to hold regular consultations with relevant stakeholders in execution of his mandate. On his track record, he said he was at the forefront of discouraging fundraising in church, particularly by politicians and stopped the practice of receiving donations. On religious views and punishment, as a Christian, his view is that the Bible says Government must punish evil. He is ready to serve in Government to help in the punishment of evil because according to him, Government has a divine responsibility to inflict punishment on corrupt people. Regarding whether the corrupt individuals should be killed, he was very categorical that we should not kill the offenders but enforce the laws and the Constitution of Kenya. As to his experience and achievements as Chairperson of the NACCSC, the nominee informed the Members that a large segment of the Kenyan society is aware of the various anti- corruption initiatives spearheaded through public awareness campaign. He had participated in establishment of aggressive media campaign to educate the public on anti-corruption effort. Some of the challenges that they faced is that they had a limited budget but had commitment to fight the scourge of corruption. At Independence in 1963, there was a lot of optimism in the future of the country. The task ahead of him, if he is to make any headway, calls for collective responsibility from all concerned including the media, Parliament, religious groups as well as civil society. As to objection by Rev. John Mbugua and three others, the nominee stated that the mandate of the NACCSC was limited to public education and his team had done its best within the budget constraints. He also says that in his discharge of church responsibilities, the church has elaborate 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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