MPs propose removal of Senate and have governors appointed

President Uhuru Kenyatta is escorted by Speaker of the National assembly Justin Muturi (right) and Senate Speaker Ekwe Ethuro as he arrive at the parliament to deliver a State of the Nation address on Wednesday 15/03/17. PHOTO:BONIFACE OKENDO

A parliamentary committee has recommended that Senate be abolished.

This, the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee said, is designed to resolve the lingering concern of over-representation and a ballooning wage bill.