Kenya: An MP has castigated Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale over claims the Government would be catering for flight and accommodation costs for the National Assembly members heading to The Hague.
Kigumo MP Jamleck Kamau on Sunday accused the senator of playing politics in matters of national concern without seeking facts.
Speaking at Kiriangoro Catholic Church in his constituency, he said the lawmakers would be paying for their flights and accommodation when they accompany President Uhuru Kenyatta to the International Criminal Court (ICC).
"I'm in charge of overseeing visa issuance to the lawmakers at the Dutch embassy and each is paying for him/herself," said the MP.
He said their travel agent had received cheques from individual lawmakers, a prove they were paying for their trip and were not using taxpayers' money.
"I will be leading the members of the National Assembly to The Hague as we must accompany the Head of State to show solidarity," said the MP.
He said since the trial judges ordered Uhuru's presence in the court, Kenyans have been holding prayers for the leaders implicated.
"As a prayerful nation we should support President Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto at this hour of need through continuous prayers," said Kamau.
Murang'a Governor Mwangi wa Iria called on his colleagues from across the political divide to join hands and support President Kenyatta ahead of his appearance at the ICC.
Meanwhile, Elgeyo/Marakwet leaders have lauded Uhuru for honouring the ICC summons saying it showed the co-operation the country has given the court since commencement of trials.
Senator Kipchumba Murkomen, Governor Alex Tolgos, Marakwet West MP William Kisang and Woman Representative Dr Susan Chebet said the move portrayed the President as a law-abiding individual and one considerate of national unity.
"This is a clear act of humility by the President. Despite being the head of a sovereign State, he has agreed to appear in court to prove his innocence," said Murkomen.
Speaking at a different function, county URP chairman John Kangogo said Uhuru's move to attend the status conference at The Hague-based court has put him above the rest as a respectful leader. "It is encouraging to see our leaders respecting established institutions," he said.
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