Kenneth Marende: I differed with Mudavadi when he backed Ruto

Amani national congress leader, Musalia Mudavadi chats with former National assembly speaker Keneth Marende during church service at Pentecostal Assembly of God at Likoni in Mombasa on June 13, 2021. [Omondi Onyango,Standard]

Touted as one of the best Speakers Kenya has ever had, Kenneth Marende cemented his place in the annals of history while serving as Speaker of the 10th Parliament for his ‘Solomonic’ ruling that made him leader of government business when odds were emotively split between the President and Prime Minister. He speaks to BENARD LUSIGI on his experience in the House and current political affairs, including why he is opposed to Kenya Kwanza’s Ruto and Mudavadi

Question: You have been hailed for steady leadership especially during the 10th Parliament where many termed your ruling as ‘Solomonic.’