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Kenyans Reactions on the call for a referendum

09/10/2018
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Many Kenyans are keen as the call for the referendum continues to fill the air . Different politicians are joining the band wagon in pushing for the calls of a referendum.

The call for constitutional amendment was first started by the former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. This happens after they settled their political difference with President Uhuru Kenyatta through a handshake.

Mr. Odinga started pushing for the constitutional amendment during the council of governors meting in Kakamega where he was invited to talk on the matters of devolution. Raila insisted on changing the current system and adopting a three tier type of governance.

According to Raila , the country adopting this type of governance will help reduce the burden which is currently hitting the normal mwananchi.

The Deputy President joined the team despite his earlier claim  which were viewed contrary to this agenda of a constitutional reform. The deputy president joined , but with conditions that he will only support the push if it has the interest of the normal citizen and not aimed to create other leadership positions. The sentiments received numerous criticisms from the opposition which is in the forefront in spearheading this agenda for change.

Other leaders have also expressed their support. Amani Congress party leader , Musalia Mudavadi is also pushing the agenda for constitutional reform. The leader has been so much vibrant on the this issue of reforms in the country.

Kalonzo Musyoka the former vice president also showed his support for the agenda of constitutional amendment but has not been active in mobilizing Kenya to support this idea.

Different governors have joined this movement , Mwangi wa Iria of Murang’a having a different idea on the basis of a referendum. Wa Iria has said the call for a referendum should majorly focus on how different counties will share their natural resources. This comes after a recent water saga between him and governor Mike Sonko of Nairobi. Wa Iria wants the county of Nairobi to pay for continued water supply to the capital city.

Governor S0nko claimed that the county government of Nairobi owns the title deed of Ndakaini Dam. This prompted exchange of words between the two where governor of Nairobi threatened to demolish Wa Iria buildings which are built on the road reserves. President Uhuru Kenyatta commented on the issue saying they should leave politics out of natural resources which are meant to be shared.

Also the governor of Kakamega Wycliffe Oparanya have supported the push for a referendum saying it will reduce the burdens of Kenyans and even the wage bill. His sentiments have been echoed with other local leaders from that region.

President Uhuru Kenyatta  has remained silent concerning the issue . But he has warned the leaders against spreading divisive politics instead should focus on bring the people together. The president is keen with ensuring he accomplishes his Big Four Agenda.

The push for a referendum has not involved Kenyans so far. The politicians are busy pushing for the debate without the public say .

Most Kenyans express their thoughts about this agenda for a constitutional reform through the use of different platforms.

The Kenyans hold the sovereign power to pass the agenda. Most politicians are expected to start mobilizing and educating their supporters why this call will help them be relieved of their burdens.

 

 

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