Former Kiambu governor William Kabogo has atleast been very vocal on the ongoing political drama among politicians.
Following the referendum debate Hon Kabogo has comeout saying that the much referendum should address issues affecting Kenyans and not create positions for politicians.
Since the march 9 handshake there has been debate that President Uhuru Kenyatta should declare Raila Odinga’s position in government hence calls for referendum.
According to Kabogo, “The audit will help ‘Wanjiku’ understand what excites and pains him or her. ‘Wanjiku’ will come up with long-term solutions on how to be governed and how key national issues can be fixed.”
In addition he said, that weak laws will be strengthened and the Constitution improved to serve Kenyans better.
He further added saying that the referendum should strengthen devolution by increasing the allocation of funds to counties from 15 per centto 35 per cent.
Kabogo wants everyone involved in the constitutional reform process and “all parties should agree” before the referendum.
He said the parliamentary and presidential system should be merged to avoid a scenario of the winner takes it all.
“Public participation is crucial so that some people are not left behind,” he said.