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Maiden Speech by The Hon. Elijah Memusi Kanchory

The Maiden speech by the Hon. Elijah Memusi Kanchory delivered on 24/3/2015 on the floor of the National Assembly during the afternoon session presided over By the Hon. Deputy Speaker,Madam Dr. Joyce Laboso

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Maiden Speech by The Hon. Elijah Memusi Kanchory

The Maiden speech by the Hon. Elijah Memusi Kanchory delivered on 24/3/2015 on the floor of the National Assembly during the afternoon session presided over By the Hon. Deputy Speaker,Madam Dr. Joyce Laboso

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MAIDEN SPEECH BY THE HON.

KANCHORI M.P. KAJIADO CENTRAL

ELIJAH

MEMUSI

Mr. Speaker I take this early opportunity to thank all of those who made it
possible for me to be a member of this August house.
Today would not have been possible if God had not willed it. The scripture
says; Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labour in
vain. Yes, we labored, but not in vain because the Lord is on our side.
So, to God, the Almighty, the owner of time and season, we owe our debt of
gratitude for a day like this.
I thank the Great people of Kajiado Central who stood up to a massive
barrage of propaganda, crude threats, bribery ,abuse of power and empty
promises but they still voted for the best candidate. Indeed ours was a
victory of the common man against the tyranny of power.
To the good people of Kajiado central goes my unflinching gratitude. We
salute your steadfastness, courage, loyalty, commitment and fierce
determination to defend your sovereign rights. You have demonstrated in
this election that in a democracy, power truly belongs to the people. I am
humbled and honored by your trust and abiding faith in me and my party. I
pledge that your confidence in us shall never be betrayed or taken for
granted.
My heart goes out to the youth and women of Kajiado central who
irrespective of tribe, religion and social class voted overwhelmingly for
change. I shall forever remain indebted to you for your selfless sacrifice. I
assure you that I will work tirelessly to positively transform your lives in the
2 years before the next election.
The outcome of this election, once again, shows the unswerving
determination of our people to ensure that democracy triumphs in Kenya.
We have sent a strong signal to all and sundry that no might is powerful
enough to thwart the will of the people. This should always strengthen our
resolve to ensure that as from now on, every vote must not only be counted
but must count in this country. Nobody or party must ever exercise power
unreasonably at any level except in accordance with the will of the people to
whom sovereignty belongs.

I pay particular tribute to the CORD fraternity led by the 3 principals.


I salute The Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga, a man who has given 4 decades of his
life to the selfless struggle for freedom democracy equity and justice. Mr.
Odinga has overcome immense challenges and made enormous personal
sacrifices so that Kenya can be progressive, prosperous and democratic. Mr.
Odinga brought his charisma and oratory prowess to Kajiado Central. Indeed
I now know why he is referred to as the enigma of Kenyan politics. I ask
God to bless him for all this.
I pay tribute to His Excellency Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka a man who
exemplifies servant leadership and principled politics. I had occasion to
witness first hand his silent but steadfast commitment to principled politics
during the campaign. I also learnt a lot from the man who is Kenyas most
accomplished diplomat who brought peace to Sudan and Somalia. I thank
him.
I commend the Hon. Moses Masika Wetangula a steadfast and selfless voice
for equality. His courage and energy on the campaign trail was exemplary.
I must at this point congratulate the CORD campaign committee in charge of
my reelection. It was headed by Hon. Junet Mohammed a fearless man who
stood by me all the way, a man whose hawkeyed watch ensured that those
engaging in electoral malpractices were arrested, a man who helped to
reduce all avenues of digital rigging. God bless you Hon Junet.
I thank the treasurer of the CORD election committee, Dr. Evans Kidero.
His solid input and sound advice was very helpful.
To my Governor David Nkedianye I salute you for your selfless support. We
will walk together to develop Kajiado and take it to even greater heights.
Mr. Speaker I thank the members of the CORD coalition who supported me
both materially and morally. Your presence before during and after the
election day was crucial to my victory. Words cannot express my gratitude
to the over 100 MPs who left their personal and professional engagements
to campaign for me.
Mr. Speaker I must Salute the support received from all Kenyans I have
received messages of goodwill from all corners of this country from Lamu to
Lokituang from Mumias to Mandera. I thank them I will not let you down.

To the members of the Maa community from as far off as Samburu and
Laikipia in the North to Narok and Arusha in the west they have affirmed
that we are a proud people who are not visitors in Kenya. We seek to work
with all Kenyans based on mutual respect and recognition that we are
masters of our own destiny we are not an experimental ground for
ideologically bankrupt parties. I particularly recognize the efforts of the
respected and visionary Maasai leader The Hon. William Ronkorua Ole
Ntimama his support was much appreciated. It sent a crucial message to
those who have abandoned our African culture which respects age and the
elderly; it was a decisive blow on those who had the temerity to refer to
Hon. Ntimama as Vasco da Gama. They now know that Ntimama still
retains clout and respect. I urge them to go to Narok and seek his forgiveness
before it is too late.
As I embark on my parliamentary duties let me recognize that democracy in
Kenya cannot survive without CDF. We now see wananchi who are not
intimidated by the tyranny of power because resources are devolved both to
counties and to constituencies. The abolition of CDF cannot be allowed to
happen if we want to safeguard democracy.
Mr. Speaker as I embark on my parliamentary career I would like to say that
we all know of unfounded and yet to be proven allegations of corruption and
malfeasance that hang over this house. I urge members that we should all
emulate the people of Kajiado central who refused to be swayed by money
and coercion and voted with their conscience. If a humble peasant can refuse
thousands of shillings to sell their birthright to elect a good leader I believe
that members of this house have always and will always behave in a manner
above reproach.
As all members prepare for the future I urge them to leave a clean and
spotless record of selfless service and prudent management of public
resources.
I thank you Madam speaker for your attention and giving me this
opportunity and look forward to working with your office as embark on my
nascent political career.

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