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BBI can become law without referendum

The BBI constitution process is now at an advanced stage. Many Kenyans are worried of the costs linked to the plebiscite once county assemblies pass the Constitutional Amendment Bill 2021. The IEBC had estimated Sh15 billion would be needed to conduct a referendum.

Considering the current economic status of our country, many people are of the opinion that such a colossal amount would better be used to support Kenyans worst hit by the Covid-19 pandemic and the harsh economic conditions.

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