Chris Obure

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• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, on 3rd July, 2014, my friend the Senator for Vihiga County, Sen. Khaniri requested for a statement from the Chairperson of the Standing The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate. view
• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I agree that the work has been delayed. In fact, it is behind schedule by eight months. The contractor attributes the delay to delayed payments. We know that because of the transition arrangements, there were delays which The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposes only. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor, Senate. view
• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, we know that there were delays. This is a matter which is very well documented. In fact, it has been debated in this House and we have also received assurances that the money is now available. In fact, most of these projects will proceed as initially planned. Mr. Speaker, Sir, this particular contractor was at one point owed more than Kshs140 million and, therefore, could not proceed. However, I am glad that he is now back at work and we hope to see progress on this particular project. Mr. Speaker, Sir, one of the measures being initiated ... view
• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, let me respond as follows. Regarding the promise for more road network, I like to say that within the country, there is capacity to fulfill what the President promised. There is adequate technical capacity in terms of equipment and contractors. That is available within the country. Mr. Speaker, Sir, there is also the assurance that the funds will be made available. I am sure that even based on my experience, if there is capacity and adequate funding, I have no doubt in my mind that the various undertakings made will be fulfilled. Mr. Speaker, Sir, regarding the ... view
• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I wish to confirm to the House that we, in fact, do have the report on that road, together with many other roads that were requested. This is due to be discussed at our Committee. As I indicated earlier, we will bring the report here for discussion so that it can be interrogated properly by all the Senators. view
• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I did confirm that the issue of stalled road projects affects every part of the country. I did say so. In fact, the issue arose when we were discussing the question of the stalled projects in the Meru area, a statement which had been sought by the Senator for Meru, hon. Kiraitu Murungi; and also in respect to the airport project at Isiolo. Mr. Speaker, Sir, we did summon the CS and his senior officials to appear before the Committee and we had long discussions. We requested for specific reports on each of the road projects. This ... view
• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, first of all, I want to concur with the direction you have given and confirm that, indeed, we will communicate with the CS about the need for him to come to the House and meet with the Senators so that they can seek clarification on all the various issues pertaining to roads. Lastly, I also want to confirm because of the reorganization that we carried out, the funds were not immediately available to be able to carry out the various projects that were being undertaken. As a result, some of them temporarily stalled because the contractors had ... view
• 31 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I have no doubt in my mind that this police recruitment exercise was a sham and a national shame. I am also very sure that this negatively impacts on the performance of the police service. I agree with those who have proposed that the exercise should be revoked. In fact, it should be revoked to pave way for a fresh and transparent exercise. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I want to seek clarification from the Chairperson on the role of the provincial commissioners, the district commissioners and so on at the recruitment centres. This is because from the complaints ... view
• 30 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, as the Senate Majority Leader undertakes to provide an answer, I would like, through you, to inform you that we, in Kisii County share similar concerns. Could he also address the same concerns in respect to Kisii County? view
• 30 Jul 2014 in National Assembly: Yes, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. view