Senators have self-centered ambitions

The report that close to a half of senators have shown interest in the gubernatorial seats leaves much to be desired.

First it shows that the very people charged with the responsibility of defending devolution are doing so half-heartedly. No wonder devolution is facing so many challenges. Could some of them be manufactured for some selfish ends?

The move by the senators indicates they might not be in the Senate for the interests of citizens, rather than their own interests.

Their cunning ways to fight the very offices they should be defending has almost brought the development agendas to a halt, as the governors are often on the defence mode.

Senators cannot therefore be trusted in their oversight role since their operations are suspect.

If these senators feel that they are not doing enough at their level, probably it is an indication that the Senate should be scrapped.

This tug-of-war won’t benefit Wanjiku who should be the centre of attention from both governors and senators.

Governors are playing their part since they are often in touch with the people and address their needs albeit with challenges.

Senators should know that their role is political but governors have and need managerial skills, just like the President.

Research from countries like Slovakia shows that it takes at least eight years and leaders with devolution at heart for it to be fully established.

Senators should hold their horses. They, like deputy governors, should learn from the Deputy President who often says that those who are not patient and ready to be led are not ready to be leaders.

Senators should therefore deliver their mandate.

King’ori Wangechi

 Report that about 20 senators are campaigning for the governorship reeks of selfishness.

Politicians should be engaged more in development than in election campaigns.

Mohamed A. Sheikh