Kalonzo Musyoka

All parliamentary appearances

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• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, indeed, this is a very healthy debate and I want to congratulate those who have spoken before me for being very candid. I want to encourage all of us, including the Member for Gem, the hon. Chief Whip, Jakoyo Midiwo. He made a very strong allegation that he thinks nothing has really changed. It is very obvious to all of us that devolution is a reality in this country. I have no doubt in my mind that this country has changed forever. What we are involved in is an exercise where we want to be very honest with ... view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, in my view, it is as clear as daylight that the only way to say the President is wrong is to vote at 65 per cent and really take the matter back to him. I do not think we can quote the Standing Orders as my learned friend, hon. Imanyara, did, and I am sure he knows that as clearly as I do that cannot be superior to the provisions of the Constitution. The fact is that the Executive authority and the powers of the President are stated specifically. I think we should be able to know that--- ... view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: I am so excited about this discourse because this is the way to go. I think that as we do so, we are not showing disrespect. I agree that this is a matter, and I do not think the Chair can be invited to decide on the constitutionality of the President’s Memorandum. This is very clear to me and the Attorney-General, Minister for Justice and my learned friend, hon. Abdikadir, have actually come out very clearly. Therefore, let us not split hairs. I think this is what we are trying to do. view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, I would, therefore, want to plead that we move to the business before the Committee and really deal with the issues. view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, Sir, I take kindly what my learned friend is saying, but he knows it. He cannot view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, Sir, I know my friend’s disposition. I would rather he holds his peace, because I do not want to be long. view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Chairman, Sir, I actually must conclude by saying that this is a very healthy debate. We know the rules, we know the Constitution. All of us have sworn to uphold this Constitution. The reality of devolution which is a very exciting thing, to me, is here before us. But let us accept the fact that the President has acted in accordance with the Constitution. Therefore, I think we should move on with the business. The last point I wanted to make is when the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Local Government brought this matter before the House and, ... view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, I beg to move the following Motion:- THAT, this House do adjourn until Tuesday, 17th April, 2012 at 2.30 p.m. view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, in moving this Motion, permit me to congratulate hon. Members for having a wonderful conversation particularly this afternoon. A conversation that clearly shows, as the voice predicted, that the Tenth Parliament has had a date with destiny; that we have been able to pass crucial legislation and we are able to beat the February, 26th deadline. view
• 15 Mar 2012 in National Assembly: Madam Temporary Deputy Speaker, I think the House and the country knows that Members of Parliament have fully applied themselves to the need to fully implement our Constitution. I think that is the duty and responsibility that is before us. It is only fair for me to wish Members happy Easter. I think this break is also merited so that you can all consult with your constituents. We can all go out there. I heard the Minister for Justice, National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs say that they are launching the civic education programme for purposes of making every Kenyan conversant ... view