Chrisantus Wamalwa Wakhungu

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 2611 to 2620 of 3399.

• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: Hon. Deputy Speaker, Mr. Kimaiyo was a wonderful man. He was God-fearing. Listening to hon. Cheptumo here, I am made to understand that Mr. Boinnet is God- fearing, and so we are now lucky to have an Inspector-General of Police who is God- fearing. Research has shown the level of corruption in police force is very high. Looking at this Report, it has shown that this is a man who is not going to tolerate corruption. When it comes to issues of security, he has clearly mentioned issues of modernisation of the security system in this country. view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: We are fighting the Al Shabaab currently. That group changes and complicates the security equipment they use every day. I am happy to note that he pointed out the issues of modernisation of security equipment and also issues to deal with the welfare of the police force. The police force must be motivated because the kind of work they are doing on their own is difficult. They need to be motivated. If we are going to have an Inspector-General of Police who is going to prioritize issues of motivation, then that is the right person to have. view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: Hon. Deputy Speaker, when it comes to academic credentials, I had issues. The media was spreading stories all over that the Committee had rejected Mr. Boinnet, only to realise that it had not rejected him. In this country, the Commission for University Education is the only institution that is mandated to do accreditation in higher learning. It reminds me of something that happened sometime back, and it was in the Press. 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. view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: There was a university from the United States of America (USA) called Newport University. Many people had gone there to do their first degrees, Masters degrees and PhDs. However, the then Commission for Higher Education, which is currently the Commission for University Education, advised Kenyans and said, “Watch out. If a person is from that university you should know that it is not accredited; you should not join it”. view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: However, I am happy to note that the Committee had gone further to invite the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Commission for University Education who gave his authority. We have no option but just to follow what the Commission for University Education did because they are mandated. They are the people who can educate Kenyans on the issues of higher learning and accreditation. view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: Hon. Temporary Deputy Speaker, I want to mention something about police brutality. In this country, the police are very rough when they deal with suspects. However, the candidate said that he wants the police to have a human face. For example, in Tanzania, a police officer will come and tell you, “ Nakuomba tuambatane twendekatika kituo cha polisi.” This is what we are looking for. We do not want the police to be harassing people. They must have a human face. I am happy to note that this officer is going to take control of this. view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: On the issue of command and control, it is true that we have issues especially at the county level. We have three officers who are on the same level: the County Police Commander, the County Criminal Investigations Commander and the County Administration Police Commander. So, we must provide direction; among the three equals, we must have one who is supposed to be in-charge. I am happy to note, looking at the Report of the Committee, that, indeed, Mr. Joseph Boinnet has taken note of that and he has promised to look at that issue accordingly. view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: With regard to intelligence I would like to say that intelligence is something that is very critical as far as the success of security, or economy of any country, is concerned. This gentleman has experience when it comes to intelligence. Intelligence helps officers to work proactively on matters of security. Given his experience, I have no doubt that security in this country is going to be improved. We have had so many issues. I serve in the Committee on Defence and Foreign Relations. Whenever an issue crops up, the NIS is quick to say that it shared information with the ... view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: Matters of security are not about tribe, a coalition or a political party. It is my humble request that as we debate this issue we do so objectively and see the sense, so that as we appoint this Inspector-General of Police, this is for the entire security of this country. The economy cannot grow if security issues are at their lowest. Right now in Coast Province, if it were not for Members of Parliament going there for sessions in The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained ... view
• 4 Mar 2015 in National Assembly: report writing, the Hotel’s bed capacity and employment would really have gone down. Unless security is enhanced we will find it difficult to improve this economy. view