Why I quit the bipartisan talks-Adan Keynan

The lawmaker was elected on a Jubilee Party ticket, and his appointment to represent the Ruto-led Kenya Kwanza team was received with heavy criticism from the Azimio la Umoja coalition.

He said there is a need for attention to be given to specific issues, through legislative amendments, constitutional changes, or policy formulation, assuring Kenyans crucial matters would be addressed.

Keynan's statement followed an announcement, on Wednesday, May 3, by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichungw'ah and his Senate counterpart Aaron Cheruiyot, that Saku MP Ali Rasso Dido would replace the Eldas lawmaker as Kenya Kwanza representative in the bipartisan committee.

The Azimio had vowed not to engage in the talks until Keynan either withdraws or was substituted by Kenya Kwanza.

The talks took a hit after the two teams failed to reach a consensus on the committee's membership.

After Keynan's withdrawal, Azmio's leadership announced they were calling off their mass protests to facilitate the resumption of the talks.