Robinson Njeru Githae

All parliamentary appearances

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• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I must confess that this must have been an oversight. We, as Government, believe in the rule of law which includes the Standing Orders of Parliament, the Speaker’s Rules, orders and guidelines. Immediately after this, I will give this information so that this matter is swiftly handled and finalized. I must really apologize for that. It was an oversight and it was not deliberate. I think the Minister just forgot. Mr. Speaker, Sir, we will take the necessary action. view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to give notice of the following Motion:- THAT, pursuant to Section 52 of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012, this House approves the increase of total indebtedness for the time being outstanding in respect of principal amount of money borrowed or credit obtained from US$9.3 billion which is equivalent to Kshs800 billion to US$14 billion which is equivalent to Kshs1,200,000,000,000. view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, the Minister was on his way, but even the Assistant Minister was aware. So, I would ask for the indulgence of the House that we give them a few more minutes. I do not know what is holding them back. view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, indeed, I am so sorry. I was expecting the Minister and the Assistant Minister, but they are not here. I beg the indulgence of the House that the Question be deferred to tomorrow. I will make sure that either the Minister or the Assistant Minister will be here. view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Yes, Mr. Speaker, Sir. view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I also rise to associate myself with the sentiments that have been expressed by hon. Members. I first met Patrick Gichohi when I joined Parliament in 2002. He took us through the Standing Orders and gave us a very good tour of Parliament. For that, I will always forever be grateful to him. After I was appointed to my new docket in the Ministry of Finance, he became very helpful in showing me how to find my way through the numerous Bills. For that, I will personally, be forever grateful to him for the tips that he ... view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I will be in a position to do so on Thursday. view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, this House has always risen to the occasion when called upon. It will not be asking too much if we say that we continue with the House business until 8.30 p.m. Last week, we did it and we were able to transact a lot of business. Mr. Speaker, Sir, even if it is necessary that we even meet on Friday, Saturday and Sunday to complete all the pending business of the House, we shall do it. If there is one Parliament that has risen to the occasion, it is this Tenth Parliament. If there is one Parliament ... view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, I seek your guidance on this matter. Except for Clause 21, I can see that all the other clauses are substituting the word “Minister” for “Cabinet Secretary”. Could an omnibus clause be moved to the effect that wherever the word “Minister” appears--- view
• 18 Dec 2012 in National Assembly: Mr. Temporary Deputy Chairman, Sir, I beg to move:- THAT, Clause 46 of the Bill be amended by deleting the word “Minister” and substituting therefor the words “Cabinet Secretary”. view