President Kenyatta Says He'll Reject Bill Seeking to Hike MPs' Pay
President Kenyatta says he will not sign into law the Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC) Bill, which seeks to hike salaries and benefits of Members of Parliament (MPs).
Speaking in Kiambu on Wednesday, the President termed the MPs' attempt to increase their pay as selfish, stating that he will side with Kenyans this time round.
"I have heard there are things some people are trying to pass in Parliament. I have heard wananchi saying they are tired of leaders increasing their own salaries and I am on the side of the wananchi. When they bring it (PSC bill) I will reject it," Kenyatta vows.
“As leaders, we should not be more concerned about how to bring more wealth to ourselves, but should instead prioritize the needs of our people. Every leader has a responsibility to uplift the lives of the millions of Kenyans who look up to us as their leaders & representatives."
Kenyatta has also slammed leaders who are engaging in 2022 succession politics instead of focusing on what they were elected to do.
“Our people are yearning for more development that benefits them directly, solutions that will help them progress. We must stop politicking everyday & come together as leaders to build our nation & to ensure we deliver to our people that which we promised them when they elected us.”
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I hear you and my heart is…
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I hear you and my heart is open; but there is a difference between "action" and "reaction". Reaction is behind the curve while action is ahead of the curve.
at this point what does it…
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at this point what does it matter, corruption at its highest pick, your deputy with reportedly massive theft you have done nothing so why target the mpigs, where are your lifestyle audits? please count your days and go down in history as the president that had an appetite for debt
Appetite for GRABBING too.😭
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In reply to at this point what does it… by Stella (not verified)
Appetite for GRABBING too.😭
Did you have to wait until…
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Did you have to wait until the speaker said he would not allow the bill? The speaker showed more leadership and courage in that one instance than you have shown in six years.
Bure kabisa
The biggest obstacle to the…
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The biggest obstacle to the war against corruption your exellency is one man and his followers, and you know him. Don't pretend. And with ODM lawyers and judges today blocking the DPP from bringing in a QC prosecutor, you are done. My take; regalize corruption to that we can all participate and reap the benefits.
Did you have to wait until…
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Did you have to wait until the speaker said he would not allow the bill? The speaker showed more leadership and courage in that one instance than you have shown in six years.
Bure kabisa
War on MPigs and Corruption…
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War on MPigs and Corruption in this country is all Rhetoric and Hot air Meant to Cover the real thieves; the Mega thieves (Waiguru, Arap Mashaamba, NYSians, SGRians, Land grabbers, KQ wreckers, etc👹👹👹).
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