Wetang'ula says 56pc of MPs will not be re-elected
Speaker Moses Wetang'ula said the upcoming general election would be tough and tricky, citing the rising political temperatures...
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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has predicted that over 56% of current Members of Parliament will not be re-elected in the upcoming general election, citing rising political temperatures and public dissatisfaction. He advised lawmakers to invest in pension schemes due to the tough electoral landscape ahead.
- Wetang'ula stated that over 56% of current MPs are unlikely to return, urging them to secure their future with pension investments.
- The Speaker also addressed concerns from Cabinet Secretaries (CS's) and Principal Secretaries (PS’s) regarding “harassment and double summons” by parliamentary committees.
- Deputy Minority Leader Ader Robert Mbui emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the planned privatization of public assets like KPC and Safaricom.
- Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa defended the privatization plan, assuring that funds would go towards development projects, not debt repayment.
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Speaker Wetang'ula Predicts Over 56% of MPs Will Not Be Re-elected - January 2026
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has predicted that over 56% of current Members of Parliament will not be re-elected in the upcoming general election, citing rising political temperatures. He made these remarks during a legislative retreat in Naivasha, urging lawmakers to invest in pension schemes. A recent actuarial report indicated that more than half of current MPs will likely not be re-elected, prompting the Speaker to urge the passing of a Bill for a post-retirement medical scheme. Separately, Speaker Wetang’ula, who chairs the House Powers and Privileges Committee, addressed lawmakers about rampant extortion following new bribery allegations against MPs.
