Anthony Kimani Ichung'wah

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I am well guided. We will take it up in the House Business Committee.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to move that the Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 35 of

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I beg to reply. I thank all the Members who have spoken for their invaluable contributions on the Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill. As I said, at the beginning of next week, we will have Committee of the whole...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA)

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA)

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) It is a co-sponsored Bill, Hon. Temporary Chair Lady. The Temporary Chairlady (Hon. (Dr) Rachael Nyamai) : Okay. Deputy Leader of the Minority Party, Hon. Mbui, proceed.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I second. (Question proposed)

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to second. This Bill is among the NADCO Report implementation Bills. I co-chaired NADCO with the Wiper Democratic Movement party leader and former Vice-President, Hon. Kalonzo Musyoka. The Bills are very important in helping the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I beg to reply. I thank all the Members who have spoken for their invaluable contributions on the Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill. As I said, at the beginning of next week, we will have Committee of the whole...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA)

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA)

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) It is a co-sponsored Bill, Hon. Temporary Chair Lady. The Temporary Chairlady (Hon. (Dr) Rachael Nyamai) : Okay. Deputy Leader of the Minority Party, Hon. Mbui, proceed.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I second. (Question proposed)

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to second. This Bill is among the NADCO Report implementation Bills. I co-chaired NADCO with the Wiper Democratic Movement party leader and former Vice-President, Hon. Kalonzo Musyoka. The Bills are very important in helping the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) On a point of order, Hon. Temporary Speaker. The Temporary Speaker (Hon. (Dr) Rachael Nyamai) Yes, what is out of order, Leader of the Majority Party, Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah? Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, my good friend, Hon. Robert, was doing very...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I rise to support this Motion. I hear what Hon. Robert Mui says and it is, indeed, important that we have some set criteria to determine who qualifies for affordable housing and how these houses are allocated. That is precisely...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) I thought Hon. Osoro completed his time. He has lost the chance now, as he is very busy in Kisii today. I rise to support the Computer Misuse and Cyber Crimes (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly No 41 of 2024) by Hon. Aden Daudi Mohammed. I...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I spoke to the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Karemba, who is newly elected. Unfortunately, he is out of the country on official business. He has indicated that a number of petitions are ready and has communicated the same to the Clerk of...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Yes.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu UDA) Hon. Speaker, let me join the Leader of the Minority Party in expressing concern over that issue. I want to take a different trajectory because we have been through this since the advent of the bicameral Parliament after the 2010 Constitution in 2013. Unfortunately, Hon....

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Let me not call it rudimentary law. At least, I studied some commercial law or basic law. Those are basic elements of law. You do 13th August 2025 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY DEBATES 10 Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA)need not be a lawyer to interpret Articles 109,...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) I beg to second this Motion. As the Deputy Leader of the Majority Party has mentioned, this is in recognition of the important business we need to conclude before our recess begins. Members are aware that prior to the alteration of our Calendar, which we...

Hon. Kimani Ichungw’ah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I beg to give notice of the following Motion: THAT, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 30 (3) (b) on Hours of Meeting, this House resolves to hold a morning sitting on Thursday, 14th August 2025, commencing at 10:00 a.m.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Yes, Hon. Speaker. Allow me to welcome all the students who are here, with special recognition to those from Starehe and Alliance. I wish to tell Hon. Tandaza that I am his fellow student. I was behind him by a few years. I 12th August...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) On a point of information, Hon. Temporary Speaker.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, just to inform the House that 'Kimuli' is actually the devil. So, Hon. Kimilu is right that he cannot be referred to as 'Kimuli'. If anything, Hon. Kimilu Joshua is a very good Christian.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, allow me to make a small contribution on this matter. I thank the Whip of the Minority Party for informing her neighbour and classmate, Hon. Caroli Omondi. First, we are not voting on the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) Report. We voted on it...

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Yes, Hon. Speaker, I am aware the Chairman and the Vice-Chairman are engaged in another meeting with the Ministry, both Hon. Gikaria and Hon. Aramat. I will get that information to them.

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Most obliged.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I rise to second this Motion for approval of the Mediated Version of the Gambling Control Bill, (National Assembly Bill No. 70 of 2023) . I will not delve into all the specific clauses since the Mover of the Bill,...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) When you were on your feet yesterday, Hon. Irene Kasalu walked out of the Chamber. Again today, when you were on your feet, she was walking out of the Chamber.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) At least, she froze today when we raised the issue. I advise her that when the Speaker is on her feet, please, remain in your position or freeze at the point where you are.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) It is also okay to freeze when the Leader of the Majority Party is on his feet. (Laughter)

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I rise to support the Motion on consideration of the Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy's report. I first commend the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Pkosing, and the Members of the Committee for the diligence they have put in...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I had asked my deputy to help me move it. I allow him to move.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Chairlady, I beg to move that new clause 3A be now read a Second Time. The purpose of this clause is to amend the Kenya Roads Board Act to align it with the Bill's objective of reducing the term of office for the...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Chairlady, I beg to move that the Committee reports to the House its consideration of the Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No.2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No.16 of 2025) and its approval thereof with amendments. (Question proposed) (Question put and agreed to) THE COUNTY PUBLIC...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to move that the House do agree with the Report of the Committee of the whole House on its consideration of the Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No.2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No.16 of 2025) . I request Hon. Keynan to second...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Keynan.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to move that the Kenya Roads (Amendment) (No.2) Bill (National Assembly Bill No.16 of 2025) be now read a Third Time. Hon. Temporary Speaker, I would like to request that you indulge me in saying something in relation to what...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I had to consult with the Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining, because of the business ahead. I beg to move that the House do agree with the Committee with the said Report and request Hon. Toto Linet...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Temporary Speaker, I beg to move that the County Public Finance Laws (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bill No. 39 of 2023) be now read a Third Time. I also request the Member for Murang’a County, Hon. Betty Njeri Maina, to second.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I beg to lay the following Papers on the Table:

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44 (2) (a) , I rise to give the following Statement on behalf of the House Business Committee, which met on Tuesday, 22nd July 2025, to prioritise business for consideration during the week. Allow...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) The Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning and his Education counterpart are scheduled to appear next, after the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) I will do that, Hon. Temporary Speaker. He will respond in about 10 days’ time.

Hon. Kimani Ichung'wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. That guidance is most helpful. It will help Members. From a broader perspective, I have listened carefully to the Cabinet Secretary. While I appreciate his focus on contractors. I believe the problem is not solely with the contractors - but also...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Allow me to welcome Members back from the short working recess that they had. I hope that they are now better energised to carry on with the next four weeks that the House will be sitting. We have a lot of...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I beg to move the following Motion: THAT, pursuant to the resolution of the Parliamentary Service Commission of 23rd June with respect to the Trust Deed and Rules for Post- Service Medical Scheme for Members of Parliament, this House appoints the following Members...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. Since I have not contributed to this debate, I wish to register my support for this Bill. I also assert, as was 1st July 2025 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY DEBATES 16 Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA)said by many members, that the National Government...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I beg to lay the following Papers on the Table:

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) It is for Leader of the Minority Party.

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 44 (2) (a) , I rise to give the following Statement on behalf of the House 26th June 2025 NATIONAL ASSEMBLY DEBATES 8 Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA)Business Committee, which met on Tuesday, 24th June 2025,...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I beg to move the following Motion: THAT, notwithstanding the Resolutions of the House of 13th February 2025 and 27th May 2025, and pursuant to the provisions of Standing Orders 28 (4) (Calendar of the Assembly) , this House resolves to further alter...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Thank you, Hon. Speaker. I beg to second this Motion. As I second this Motion, it is important for us to be clear on what the Motion is asking us to do. One, is to affirm and acknowledge that every citizen in the Republic of...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) This was all in the name of my position as the Leader of the Majority Party in this House, and for doing my work to the best of my ability as helped by God. I swore by the Bible that I would execute my duties...

Hon. Kimani Ichung’wah (Kikuyu, UDA) Hon. Speaker, I want to finish by saying that we cannot have a country where I purport to speak for my people and yet, I mobilise others to destroy their property and kill them in order to earn political capital. As political leaders in this...