MPs to summon Education CS Fred Matiang'i over prayers ban

Cabinet Secretary for Education Dr. Fred Matiang'i (left) with chairperson of the National Schools Principals Dorothy Mukiri (right) who is the principal of Alliance Girls High School  [PHOTO BY GIDEON MAUNDU/STANDARD].

MPs yesterday said they will summon Education Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i to explain why he banned prayer meetings for national examinations candidates.

Mid last month Dr Matiang'i announced that no prayer sessions will be allowed for candidates during the third term, effectively ending the tradition of parents and guardians gathering in their children's schools a few days before the exams.