Senate Speaker Amason Kingi Stories

Abduction crisis: Speaker Kingi rejects request for special sitting by Nyandarua Senator
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 07, 2025

Senator Methu had sought the convening of a special sitting to address the growing issue of forced abductions and disappearances across the country.

New north eastern youth parliament to engage young people on governance
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 06, 2024

The newly elected Speaker appreciated the KYMCA for the initiative that he said was a sure way to empower youth to realise their dreams to become lead...

Wetang’ula blasts MPs for pocketing allowances meant for bodyguards, drivers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2024

The night allowance for each bodyguard and driver assigned to an MP is a flat rate of Sh4,200.

Wetang'ula directs all MPs to travel by SGR to Mombasa EAC games
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2024

Speaker Wetang'ula emphasised that the directive to use the SGR is part of ongoing efforts to reduce government expenditure.

Relief as Sericho residents in Isiolo receive medical supplies after Assembly’s intervention
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 08, 2024

The action followed urgent appeals from Sericho residents during the Bunge Mashinani programme regarding the acute shortage of medical supplies.

Governor Guyo grilled by Senate, slapped with Sh500,000 fine for failing to honour summons
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 22, 2024

Abdi, who claimed that he failed to honour the summons due to nationwide Gen-Z protests which could endanger his safety, was again slapped with a Sh50...

Senate adjourns for two hours to allow lawyers trace Gachagua in hospital
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 17, 2024

Gachagua is being accused of multiple violations of the Constitution and laws governing the conduct of a public officer.

Kingi rejects Gachagua’s bid to bar Orengo from Senate impeachment trial
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 16, 2024

Njiru had argued that it would be unfair to Gachagua if the Senate allowed Orengo to represent the National Assembly.

Kingi wants police to arrest Isiolo governor for snubbing Senate summons
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 15, 2024

The Speaker outlined several instances where Guyo failed to appear, including an April 12, 2024 summons by the County Public Accounts Committee.

Speaker Amason Kingi bans all senators from travelling ahead of impeachment hearings
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 09, 2024

Among the matters set to be discussed by the Senators are the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Kericho Governor Eric Mutai.

Senate to debate Governor Mutai’s impeachment in plenary session on October 14
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 08, 2024

The accusations against Mutai include gross violation of the Constitution and other laws, misappropriation of county revenue, illegal appointments and...

Kingi warns senators against commenting on DP Gachagua's impeachment
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 04, 2024

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot had expressed concerns that some senators had made public statements regarding the impeachment.

Mixed reactions as Kenyans weigh in on DP Gachagua's impeachment
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 02, 2024

The Speaker confirmed that in accordance with requirements of articles 47 and 50 of the Constitution and Standing Order 67, Gachagua will be given an...

11 reasons why Deputy President Gachagua should 'go home' - Kibwezi West MP
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2024

The motion for impeachment includes allegations of gross misconduct and insubordination, with Mutuse stating that Gachagua has “insubordinated the pre...

Speaker Wetang'ula approves notice of motion to impeach DP Rigathi Gachagua
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2024

The motion seeks a resolution by the House to remove Gachagua from office, under Article 150(1)(b) of the Constitution.

Explainer: What you need to know about ceremonial Mace
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2024

Nairobi County Assembly Speaker Ken Ng'ondi being handed over the Sh33 million gold-plated mace at the chambers on September 10, 2024

Nairobi County Assembly acquires new Sh33 million gold-plated mace
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2024

Speaker Ng'ondi described it as "a state-of-the-art mace and a delicate instrument representing the authority of the county assembly".

Speaker Wetang'ula writes to Education Ministry over duplication of bursaries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 23, 2024

In a letter from Clerk of the National Assembly Samuel Njoroge dated August 16, 2024, Wetang'ula expressed hope that the new policy would ensure fairn...

Kwale Speaker denies allegations of shielding 'dismissed' MCAs from accountability
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 23, 2024

The Speaker reiterated that he does not have the authority to fire or declare an MCA seat vacant and that the task lies with the IEBC.

We've received 1,300 submissions against CS nominees - Speaker Wetang'ula
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 01, 2024

Wetang'ula noted that the submissions were against the suitability of the nominees.

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