Kenya Kwanza MPs are defending Speaker Moses Wetangula against accusations of bias after his ruling declared Kenya Kwanza as the majority party. The lawmakers condemned media criticism and reinforced Wetangula’s authority and competence as Speaker. They emphasized the need for open dialogue regarding the ongoing controversy surrounding party majority status, which has sparked protests from the opposition.
Kenya Kwanza MPs have rallied in support of Speaker Moses Wetangula following allegations of bias in his controversial ruling declaring Kenya Kwanza as the majority party in the National Assembly. The MPs, including John Chikati, Beatrice Adagala, and Bisau Kakai, issued a statement defending Wetangula and condemned critics who they believe are attempting to damage his reputation after his ruling prompted backlash.
The lawmakers argued that the Speaker acted lawfully, and criticized media portrayals claiming he disregarded the law and court orders. They noted, “Before the commencement of this Fourth Session of the 13th Parliament, sections of the mainstream media have published misleading headlines and reports in anticipation of the Speaker’s guidance regarding the Majority and Minority Party in the National Assembly.”
The MPs expressed concern over the attacks on Wetangula’s professionalism, stating he has faced significant vilification from some media outlets. They insisted that Wetangula, who was overwhelmingly elected by MPs, deserves respect and recognition for his legal expertise and previous roles in Parliament.
They applauded Wetangula’s adherence to procedural norms in his ruling, asserting that the matter had been adequately debated beforehand. They emphasized that supporters from both sides of the House accepted the Speaker’s authority in this context and stated, “The Speaker enjoys bipartisan support and full confidence in the House.”
The parliamentarians urged detractors to publicly addressing their grievances instead of covertly undermining the Speaker. The backlash originated after Wetangula declared Kenya Kwanza as the majority party despite a court ruling challenging its status. Azimio opposition MPs, led by Millie Odhiambo, criticized this decision and staged a walkout in protest.
In clarifying his ruling, Wetangula noted that the court had not defined which party holds the majority, thus affirming Kenya Kwanza’s composition of 165 members against Azimio’s 154.
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The defense of Speaker Wetangula by Kenya Kwanza MPs highlights the ongoing tensions and political dynamics within the National Assembly, particularly surrounding party majority status. The Speaker’s ruling remains pivotal, and the MPs’ assertion of his lawful conduct points to deeper issues regarding media representation and political partisanship. As the situation develops, the calls for open dialogue reflect the need for transparency in addressing political disputes.
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