First, Kudos to Kenneth Marende for his fearless declaration; for his bold choice to close doors on rambunctious politicians and open it for soberness; telling the President it’s not his way always; closing the floor for a vote in parliament which in all its intents and purposes could have sealed an unconstitutional move through a mere vote. The latter was a perfect stab on the ribs of zealous politicians who have now found a common ground in despising the rule of law by ever breaking it and had thought only being the majority they would have a clear way.
Many intellectuals agree that the law was neither adhered to the letter nor the spirit when the judicial nominations were made. So if someone thinks otherwise I fear that could not be as intellectual as it should be. When it comes to learned people like most of us, you do not expect them to foolishly agree with such blatant abuse of the supreme law in the name of amusing some bellicose old sons and/or daughters whose time, in this world, despite on the edge are eager to drop their smelly faeces on the law. It’s unacceptable and everyone with a right mind should stand in defense of the law.
Kenya’s politicians, and indeed most were formerly respected individuals before they joined politics and totally lost their minds, do not care about the law and what it says. Even though they make them, which I guess they invariably forget, they more often than not seek to turn their backs on the set rules whenever they feel they do not favour them. That’s what those lawyers, doctors, university lecturers, engineers, diplomats, respected opinion makers, now in parliament and whose vested interests are not met, are doing to the law. It’s a pity for such formerly successful people in their careers to do such. They now only think of how to amass power today, tomorrow and forever. If it means doing that at the expense of the constitution they would not waste a second but do it.
kind of digressing but related...President Kibaki, with all due respect, might go along as the Kenya’s head of state whose joy, peace and soul-harmony emanated from disrespecting the country’s rule of law. Ex-President Moi was known for his high-hand on critics but instead of silently breaking the law he overtly changed it to suit his wishes. Kibaki has not sought for any change. He forces his wishes into the constitution even if they are in the contrary. Some might say he’s being misled by close cronies whose only interest is to maintain status quo, but as the president he should be able to make right and final decisions.
finally...Those thinking of indicting Speaker Kenneth Marende should be reminded that their heads are seriously ill and need immediate check-up. He’s a messenger from most sober Kenyans who do not worship politicians and if you think it’s right to sacrifice the majority’s messenger then expect their wrath and it’s not Tunisia like nor Egypt’s copy of revolution but expect lots of anger.
Just by the way...
Makau Mutua’s article on Sunday Nation (13th February) about Kalenjin was wrong, too overbearing and full of general arguments. Not all Kalenjin men and women have idolised William Ruto. No, never, period. Some are saved and worship only one God, Jehovah and no man. Rare traditionalists know of only one small god, Asis. Others have working minds and can think for themselves. While many are busy in their farms, indeed fertile lands, tilling, sowing seeds, reaping and eating well; they do not have time to follow politicians up and down. Next time he should do better.
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