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The Senate says it had a duty to bring the proceedings to an end once they had been started. It also disputes the argument that refusing to grant Gachagua another adjournment denied him an opportunity to defend himself.
Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jnr, who led the appeal, told the Senate Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations Committee that urban authorities should be given a clear place in the Division of Revenue Bill.
Oburu's resignation was announced directly to the committee as members met on Tuesday, setting the stage for the election of a new chairperson to lead the Energy Committee.
Treasury CS Mbadi told the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare that private universities have been seeking payment for years, with his office now faced with numerous claims from institutions that provided services but were not paid.
The rankings have since sparked debate between county leaders and the Senate, with governors questioning whether the measures used can fairly compare counties that operate with different budgets, financial obligations and circumstances.
A memo issued by National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohammed on August 4 confirmed the meeting and called on all members of the Parliamentary Group to attend.
According to the senator, reports indicate that many qualified JSS teachers were unable to take part in the exercise because the TSC online application portal only recognised teachers deployed to primary and secondary schools.
Methu was speaking during a political rally in Nanyuki while responding to recent remarks by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, who cautioned against people gathering around polling stations under the pretext of protecting votes.
Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda, who sits on the Senate Health Committee, said inspections conducted by the committee had exposed major gaps in ambulance operations, with many vehicles either grounded or operating in poor condition.
The ODM Senator recalled initially serving as a note-taker during exclusive meetings involving Raila, Dr Adhu Awiti, ODM Executive Director Oduor Ong'wen and Professor Edward Ayuki before gradually taking on more responsibilities within Raila's international engagements.
TSC told senators that budget shortfalls are affecting the timing of acting compensation, teacher recruitment and promotions, as lawmakers raised concerns about teacher welfare, succession planning and retirement benefits.
Appearing before the committee chaired by Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga on Thursday, NuPEA Chief Executive Officer Justus Wabuyabo said Lenya Village had been identified as the preferred site for Kenya's first nuclear power plant following extensive regional assessments and screening of potential locations.