Simon Lesirma

All parliamentary appearances

Entries 1021 to 1030 of 1354.

• 18 Jun 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, first of all, I want to deny that there are political districts. I think the creation of a number of districts has been as a result of requests by Kenyans since 1993. So far, 100 districts have been created. However, I share your view that consultation is necessary in terms of planning. However, we expect leaders from various districts to come together and agree with the Government on the central locations where we can have district headquarters so as to serve the districts. For the current districts, some resources have been provided this financial year to facilitate ... view
• 18 Jun 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, as you may realise, Mbita District, currently, has two constituencies. One is Mbita and the other is Gwassi, where the hon. Member comes from. I think the hon. Member should appreciate the fact that Gingo, which is located in his constituency, is going to be the headquarters of Suba and not Mbita. So, it is not appropriate--- view
• 18 Jun 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I had earlier on said that we will continue to develop Mbita Divisional Headquarters where the District Commissioner is currently located. The District Commissioner will move 10 kilometres away to Gingo, the new headquarters. Resources have been allocated not just for Gingo District Headquarters this financial year, but an amount of June 18, 2008 PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES 1203 Kshs771,711,979 has been set aside for the construction of various district headquarters. I want to assure the hon. Member that the District Commissioner will move to Gingo as soon as his residence, which is being constructed, is ready. I want ... view
• 18 Jun 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg the indulgence of the House to bring the answer on Tuesday. It is not quite ready. view
• 11 Jun 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I stand here to support the Motion of adjournment as moved by the Vice-President and Minister for Home Affairs and seconded by the Prime Minister. It is a sad moment for the people of Kenya this morning and yesterday afternoon. It is a sad moment to the people of the Rift Valley Province. It is shocking that our two colleagues, as they went to campaign for our departed colleagues, left us. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I worked with our two departed colleagues very closely. The late hon. Kipkalia Kones was a vibrant politician. He was a fearless man ... view
• 6 May 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I beg to reply. (a) There was no probe committee set to investigate police action and killings that occurred in Kisumu during the post-election crisis. This is because the police acted within the confines of the law as the residents of Kisumu went on the rampage destroying lives, property, looting, burning buildings and vehicles and barricading all highways leading in and out of Kisumu City. This forced the police to use the necessary force to prevent further destruction of property. (b) The Assistant Minister cannot lay on the Table the outcome of the investigations for the reasons ... view
• 6 May 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, I have already said that with regard to the various deaths that took place, inquest files have been opened to investigate the loss of lives. It is also clear that the situation was not as peaceful as the hon. Member is trying to describe it. There is evidence of destruction of a lot of property and also loss of lives. view
• 6 May 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, that is a different Question. view
• 6 May 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, the purpose of opening this inquest is to establish the facts that the hon. Member is talking about. However, in total, 45 deaths were reported and inquest files were appropriately opened. The police actions were within the confines of the law and--- view
• 6 May 2008 in National Assembly: Mr. Speaker, Sir, the hon. Member had asked about the statistics. There were 45 people who were reported killed. I am not sure if the figure will work out to 90 per cent. Others died through burning. There were about six unknown male adults who were burnt beyond recognition at Minoki Building when it was set on fire. Mr. Speaker, Sir, one unknown male person was found dead at Makasembo after having drunk excess alcohol. Another one was set ablaze by members of the public and burnt beyond recognition after he was found to have stolen a cow. There are ... view