Abdikadir Mohammed

All parliamentary appearances

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• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Thank you, Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir. I think those who want to support the Service, when you talk about legislation or regulation that is not the role of this Service. Lawmaking is the role of Parliament, whether it is delegated legislation or substantive legislation. So, we are just saying that Parliament, and this is per the Constitution, that all delegated legislation will have to be done by Parliament anyway. Why do you want the Cabinet Secretary to legislate over something very crucial as to determine the categories of security classifications? That is the whole essence of the Freedom of ... view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, I oppose the amendment by Mrs. Odhiambo-Mabona but not for the reasons that Dr. Khalwale has given. That is because when there is an emergency, courts operate even on a Sunday. The court is the judge; it is not the building. You can actually get those warrants issued at any time. But since we have already passed 36 hours and we have agreed that for building these institutions, we better err on the side of giving them the powers for the emergency and worry about abuse later, then let us do away with the 36 ... view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, I oppose the amendment by Mrs. Odhiambo-Mabona but not for the reasons that Dr. Khalwale has given. That is because when there is an emergency, courts operate even on a Sunday. The court is the judge; it is not the building. You can actually get those warrants issued at any time. But since we have already passed 36 hours and we have agreed that for building these institutions, we better err on the side of giving them the powers for the emergency and worry about abuse later, then let us do away with the 36 ... view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, Sir, I just wanted to clarify some things in the Constitution in terms of suitability. Article 73(2)(a) on Leadership and Integrity regarding the principles of leadership and integrity; they include selection on the basis of personal integrity, competence and suitability or election in a free and fair election. So, the two are separate. When you are going to be a leader who is selected, then it will be on the basis of competence and suitability. Suitability is through vetting. If you are going to be elected, the condition is a free and fair election. Regarding the issue of ... view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, Sir, I just wanted to clarify some things in the Constitution in terms of suitability. Article 73(2)(a) on Leadership and Integrity regarding the principles of leadership and integrity; they include selection on the basis of personal integrity, competence and suitability or election in a free and fair election. So, the two are separate. When you are going to be a leader who is selected, then it will be on the basis of competence and suitability. Suitability is through vetting. If you are going to be elected, the condition is a free and fair election. Regarding the issue of ... view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Chairlady, these are important issues. The reason for the deletion from the Committee is understood. But hon. Githae has introduced an issue that requires a bit of attention of the House. The Minister does not need to give any notice on this amendment, consult so that we can come to a middle ground. Indeed, it is true that there is a risk to Members getting documents and being victimized. But on the other hand, it is true that there is a problem, where a Member of the service or somebody else could get access to documents prejudicial ... view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Chairlady, these are important issues. The reason for the deletion from the Committee is understood. But hon. Githae has introduced an issue that requires a bit of attention of the House. The Minister does not need to give any notice on this amendment, consult so that we can come to a middle ground. Indeed, it is true that there is a risk to Members getting documents and being victimized. But on the other hand, it is true that there is a problem, where a Member of the service or somebody else could get access to documents prejudicial ... view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: On a point of information, Mr. Chairman, Sir. view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: On a point of information, Mr. Chairman, Sir. view
• 24 Aug 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, Sir, I would like to tell Dr. Khalwale that it does not help to scaremonger. We are making laws here and it is appropriate to be very calm when you are making laws. Let us read the Clause together. It says:- “Report to the President, the National Security Council and the Cabinet Secretary – the amendment is to add Parliament – on threats and potential threats to national security and interests as is appropriate.” Mr. Chairman, Sir, it is very clear; it states that “as is appropriate.” If it is not appropriate to be reporting daily on the ... view