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    "speaker_name": "Hon. Kipyegon",
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        "legal_name": "Johana Ngeno Kipyegon",
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    "content": "Thank you, Hon. Deputy Speaker. I will speak in English not because you have checked my Kiswahili and found that it is not appropriate, but because I think it is appropriate to move the Motion in English. Hon. Deputy Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 33(1), I move that the House do adjourn for the purpose of discussing a matter of urgent national importance, following tribal fighting that occurred in Transmara, and specifically along the Kilgoris/Emurua Dikirr constituencies, between 22nd and 23rd September 2017 where several people lost their lives. So far, we have lost around 10 people. Currently, there is a lot of tension in that particular area. First, I want to convey my utmost condolences to the families, friends and relatives of all those people who were killed in that unfortunate incident. What happened is very unfortunate. A businessman who went about his business, while on his way home, was shot dead by unknown assailants who were considered to be thugs or robbers. The incident which occurred along the road between Esoit and Kirindon triggered several events that led to several deaths. Innocent people who were traversing the constituencies doing their businesses and others who were caring about their activities in restaurants were killed innocently.This is an incident I wish to bring to the attention of this House and the nation. However, as much as we say that these were issues between these communities, these are people who have been living together for a very long time. When I mention this particular issue, it reminds me of many years ago, a period of time I cannot even remember. I was born there because my parents got married in that particular area. We have been living with our neighbours for as long as I can remember. There have been several attacks 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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