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Misuse of power is a tired phenomenon

Kenya: With all that has been going on in Kenya lately, it is apparent that having power in this country has deluded many into thinking they have a right to act contrary to or in defiance of the rule of law.

We have witnessed several cases of unlawful acts exhibited by those in positions of power, who are expected to be first in line when defending the law. Scandals involving these individuals are unearthed every day; corruption in Parliament and in powerful offices, as highlighted by KTN in the recent days, is at an all-time high; and legislators are being accused of embezzling public resources.

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