Political analyst Mutahi Ngunyi has expressed support for Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei’s suggestion to extend the presidential term from five to seven years.
Ngunyi contends that change is a constant component of our world and that Cherargei’s proposal has merit. In support of this, Ngunyi reinforces that former presidents Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta could have accomplished more if their terms had spanned 14 years. He argues that 10 years is insufficient for a head of state to enact significant long-standing reforms. The comments are in response to the backlash Cherargei received after voicing his proposal. Notably, Cherargei is not only a member of the ruling UDA party but also a staunch defender of the President.
Cherargei submitted a memorandum to the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) earlier this week proposing an extension of the presidential term limit. The current limit is two terms of five years. Cherargei recommended extending the duration to two terms of seven years each. He stressed that longer terms would enable the President to form a capable team and fulfil his manifesto without the pressure and chaos of frequent elections. He also pointed out that the short period between elections often leads to intense and chaotic contests.
Contrary to Senator Cherargei’s suggestion, the United Democratic Alliance vehemently takes exception to this stance and emphasizes it does not reflect the party’s position or that of the President. Secretary-General Cleophas Malala reiterates President William Ruto’s steadfast pledge to comply with the Constitution, which rigidly stipulates the length of the presidential term. According to Malala, the proposal stands at odds with the viewpoints of the ruling party and President William Ruto.
“The President solemnly swore to respect and uphold and defend the constitution which is abundantly clear and categorical on the Presidential term limit,” Malala said.
My idiot friend how is this…
My idiot friend how is this goin to improve the life of Kenyans. If they cannot do it in the term allocated, they deserve to leave n let another run the Country. U need to sit in Parliament n sleep if u have nothing better to say.
Kenya has too many jobless…
Kenya has too many jobless youths who need jobs.
Ruto must go.
Fagia Ruto
This man Nguni done gone…
This man Nguni done gone crazy. Must be dat yellow staff they be drinking with Ruto.
There is a negative and…
There is a negative and positive correlation between election outcomes and the value of any society. Kenya is a country where taking shortcuts to achieve desired goals is a national character. As long as elections continue to be rigged, it will not make any difference whether the term in office is reduced to 7 or 2 years, there will always be some kind of friction.
That argument doesn’t seem…
That argument doesn’t seem to hold up if you look at what Clinton, Obama and Reagan did in 8 years or Nixon in 6, in a country that has a government that is exponentially more complicated and with what can only be called an intransigent opposition, third fingers only, no handshakes here. Someone opined that Ngunyi needs something from Ruto and I’m inclined to agree.
Ngunyi is clearly looking…
Ngunyi is clearly looking for a job!
He’ll do and say anything to please the powers that be!
He’s never been an honest broker!
His arguments and commentary have always been an attempt to be relevant and visible to leadership!
I don’t blame him! Every man has a right to feed his family, including Ngunyi!
Just don’t pretend you’re an honest observer and participant in the political discourse!
Mutahi Ngunyi has continued…
Mutahi Ngunyi has continued to become a very useless boot licker of no noble name. He used to take a lead in important matters that the nation cared about but he is now a Ruto follower who cares less about the ordinary people!
Ngunyi, you are fast aging…
Ngunyi, you are fast aging. I think you are taking too much kool-aid from Ruto. If you can’t accomplish what you needed in five years, you have no business holding any office. You are saying this to catch Ruto’s ear. The problem is not the term limit. The problem is the transfer of power. There should be a smooth transition between workers. The incoming should build on what their predecessor had started. Unfortunately our ego does the opposite. We demolish what they started just to make a name for ourselves. You know what Ruto did with the former regime’s projects. Be constructive and stop turning into a naive academician. You are better than that unless greed is taking over your mind and heart. If that is the case, Ruto is your kind of guy. Good luck!
I never knew a guy like…
I never knew a guy like Mutahi Ngunyi would turn out to be the worst Kangenge in Kenya. He must be broke and wants to tape up some corruption money from Ruto! Kenya is at great risk because of kengeugeu nature of characters like Mutahi who only think about their stomaches and no body else. He is a such a greedy and sad fella!
Moi ruled for 24 years. What…
Moi ruled for 24 years. What can you show for the long time he was president? Nuts!