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"content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise under Standing Order No.52(1) to make a statement on a matter of national concern namely, the recognition and honour of the brave individuals who tragically lost their lives in the Kenya Air Force Harbin Y-12. This was an aircraft from China and the incident happened on 10th April, 2006. The aircraft which departed Nairobi for Marsabit, was carrying a delegation on a critical peace-building mission. I extend my deepest sympathies to the families, friends and colleagues of the departed. Though the years have passed, the weight of the loss continues to be deeply felt across the nation. On that day, Kenya lost committed leaders and public servants who had dedicated themselves to the cause of peace and national unity. Just last week, we marked the anniversary of this national tragedy, a solemn reminder of the sacrifice made by those on board that ill-fated flight. We remember with profound respect the lives of Hon. Mirugi Kariuki, then Assistant Minister for Internal Security, Hon. Titus Ngoyoni, then Assistant Minister for Regional Development, as well as Hon. (Dr.) Bonaya Godana and Hon. Abdi Sasura, MP for Saku. Other lives were also lost in this national tragedy, including the then-Moyale District Commissioner Peter King’ola, Lieutenant General Retired Abdullahi Adan who was an MP in East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), a Reverend of the Anglican Church, Bishop William Waqo, two police officers, the provincial intelligence officer, an Under-Secretary in the Office of the President and two Kenya Airforce Force pilots. Mr. Speaker, Sir, these individuals were patriots. Each of them committed to building a more peaceful and unified Kenya. They died while pursuing that noble mission"
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"content": "en route"
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"content": "to Marsabit where they hoped to help mediate and reconcile communities torn by conflict. Their dedication to public service and their courage in the face of national challenges deserves our highest recognition. It is imperative that this House ensured their legacy is preserved. We must uphold the values they stood for, which is peace, justice, unity and equal inclusion of all regions in our national development. Let us also not merely remember these people as men and women in words, but also honour them through deliberate actions and institution’s memory. May their courage serve a constant reminder that the call to serve often comes with great sacrifice and that their ultimate sacrifice must not be in vain. May their soul rest in eternal peace. May their sacrifice never be forgotten."
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"content": "PERSONNEL AND FISCAL CRISIS IN THE COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KAKAMEGA"
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"content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.52(1) to make a statement on a matter of countywide concern regarding the The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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"content": "deepening personnel and fiscal crisis within the County Government of Kakamega. If this crisis left unchecked, threatens not only the welfare and morale of county workers, but also the overall stability of service delivery and public trust in the county's governance systems. It has come to my attention that throughout the entire calendar of the year 2024, the County Government of Kakamega deducted statutory pension contributions from its employees, but failed to remit the same to the County Pensions Fund. This non- remittance has left county employees in an extremely precarious financial situation, risking their long-term savings and retirement security. In addition to the pensions, the County Government also failed to remit other critical statutory deductions, including those related to bank loan repayments, cooperative society contributions and medical cover premiums. These omissions have led to penalties being imposed on our workers in Kakamega, some being blacklisted by credit reference bureaus, others being suspended from essential services such as health insurance and others faced with legal threats from financial institutions. County personnel are now facing immense personal and financial stress while continuing to serve under very difficult circumstances. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the dossier presented in my office indicates that despite routine deductions being reflected in employees' pay slips, no transfers were made to the relevant third-party institutions. This includes banks, insurance providers, cooperative societies and pension schemes. It is deeply regrettable and alarming that even salary increments approved for the 2023-2024 financial year were not honoured and that certain cadres such as early childhood development education teachers, health workers and enforcement officers were most affected. Mr. Speaker, Sir, this trend points to systemic financial mismanagement by the Governor and lack of accountability in the county's payroll systems. The consequences of these failures are dire. Staff morale has plummeted with widespread reports of delayed promotions, arbitrary changes in job designations and lack of adherence to law that concerns labour governing public service. Many health workers have reportedly relocated due to non-payment or underpayment compromising service delivery in critical sectors such as public health and sanitation. Moreover, the County's inability to meet its obligations and objectives to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the Local Authorities Provident Fund, (LAPFUND), exposes it to legal penalties and disqualifies it from accessing critical financial incentives. Of greater concern is that these breaches are occurring despite the County Assembly of Kakamega having passed all the necessary budgetary allocations to facilitate payments. The question that must now be answered is: where did the money go? The absence of transparency in the handling of county finances has triggered justified fears of misappropriation, if not outright embezzlement of public funds. I am aware that a formal memorandum has since been submitted to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) detailing these malpractices. The memorandum includes documentary evidence outlining how these irregularities have persisted despite protests and formal notifications. The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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"content": "The impunity with which public funds and workers' contributions have been handled in Kakamega cannot and should not be allowed to continue. It is on this basis that I call upon this House to stand with the people and workers of Kakamega County. I urge relevant investigative bodies, particularly the EACC, to move with speed to establish the circumstances surrounding these violations, identify those responsible and recommend immediate remedial actions. Furthermore, I call upon the Senate Committee on Finance and Budget to institute a targeted audit of the county's payroll and statutory remittances for the financial year 2023/2024. The findings must guide urgent reforms to protect the welfare of county staff and uphold physical discipline. Let this be a reminder to all county governments across the Republic that public trust is not a privilege to be abused. It is a responsibility to be safeguarded at all times and the lives and livehoods of public servants are not a collateral damage for political mismanagement or financial misconduct. I thank you and hereby table the detailed memorandum that I received on the 18th March, 2025 that contains damaging allegations that speak to actual individuals and actual breaches. It goes as high as corruption of the EACC by the County Government of Kakamega and high levels in the Judiciary involving judges. I table."
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"content": " Sen. Mwaruma, your statement is under Standing Order No.53(1). You may proceed."
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"content": "DEATHS OF ARRESTED PERSONS AND INMATES UNDER STATE CUSTODY"
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