Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has expressed his dissatisfaction with the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) after it declined his request to make an oral presentation.
In a statement on Tuesday October 3, Cherargei claimed that the dialogue committee declined his request out of fear for political interests.
“Out of fear and parochial political interests, the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) has refused my appearance before the committee for my earthquake presentation. They have cowed out of emotional blackmail and herd mentality,” he stated.
The UDA senator went on to say that he is exploring the option of using a parliamentary process for his proposals.
“I am exploring the option of legislative intervention in our proposals through Parliamentary process,” he added.
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The dialogue committee in a letter to Cherargei said it will consider using his submitted memoranda instead of him making an oral presentation.
“We regret to inform you that we shall not hold the meeting as earlier communicated. In light of the foregoing, the Committee shall consider your written memoranda as earlier submitted,” the letter read in part.
Senator Cherargei has been on the spot in recent days after he proposed the presidential term limit to be extended from two five-year terms to two seven-year terms.
He also proposed the institutionalization of the office of the opposition Leader, re-introduction of the office of the Prime Minister, Constitutional backing for the (CDF) and Ward Development Fund, and the Senate to be given Veto powers.
