Renowned political pundit and lecturer Professor Herman Manyora recently sparked a discussion on the power dynamics between Parliament and President Ruto in Kenya. During an interview on his YouTube channel, Manyora aimed to critique the Azimio MPs who publicly announced their affiliation with the Kenya Kwanza government to foster development in their respective constituencies and counties by just visiting the State House. According to Manyora, he believed that developments in a region are not solely dependent on the President.
Manyora pointed out that, regardless of one’s political affiliation, funds for development are allocated to each constituency. He emphasized that it is ultimately up to the elected representative to utilize these funds effectively and improve the lives of the people they represent. Taking a swipe at the ODM MPs who purportedly visit State House to seek financial support, Manyora insinuated that their motivations are more focused on personal gain rather than genuine development.
In Manyora’s analysis, he contended that Parliament wields more power than the President in Kenya’s political landscape and even around the world. He explained that once Parliament approves the allocation of funds, the President cannot deny their disbursement, just like as many other laws that Legislature makes. Therefore, the ultimate authority lies with the legislative body rather than the executive branch. Manyora asserted that President Ruto wields the power of mercy alone, because he can pardon prisoners sentenced to death, highlighting that beyond that aspect, the President possesses no significant authority.
This perspective challenges the common notion that the President holds the highest authority and decision-making power in a country. Manyora’s viewpoint emphasizes the importance of Parliament and its role in shaping policy, allocating funds, and driving development at the grassroots level.
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