Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah, Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and
Suna East MP Junet Mohammed/NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
The leadership of the National Assembly has called for a
bipartisan approach to the legislative work.
Speaking during the mid-term retreat for members of the
National Assembly in Naivasha, Nakuru County, Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah
and his Minority counterpart Junet Mohamed emphasised the importance of unity
among lawmakers in addressing national challenges.
Ichung’wah (Kikuyu) noted that significant progress has been achieved through bipartisan cooperation and called for the approach to be sustained.
He pointed out that working together enables leaders to better address the challenges facing the public.
“We have made substantial milestones as a House by embracing a bipartisan approach, and this should remain our guiding principle,” said Ichung’wah.
Junet urged MPs to embrace the bipartisan spirit and work towards discharging their mandate collectively.
“The challenges facing our nation are too great to be resolved by a single party. We must be conscious of the importance of fostering a bipartisan approach when engaging in our legislative and other business,” the Suna East MP said.
The Speaker of the National Moses Wetang’ula, the House Business Committee, chairpersons of House committees, and MPs also attended the retreat.
The five-day retreat is themed "Marshalling House Business: Progress Made and Lessons Learned."
It will allow members to deliberate on critical issues such as the state of the economy and strategies for addressing challenges affecting Kenyans.
Both leaders also addressed the issue of negative publicity directed at the National Assembly due to public statements made by some members.
They urged MPs to adhere to established rules and procedures when communicating about matters before the House.
“We must communicate with accuracy and responsibly to uphold the integrity of this House. Spreading misinformation or making unguarded remarks in public undermines the institution we serve,” said Ichung’wah.
Junet added: “Any concerns or reservations about matters before the House should be raised within the appropriate forum—the floor of the House—not at public gatherings or events. Criticising the institution we represent in public does more harm than good.”
