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Post by adongo23456 on Oct 7, 2011 0:06:28 GMT 3
I don't know about this Kidero fellow but I think Nairobi deserves much better than regular hoodlums like the Sonkos, Waititus and Livondos. It is embarrassing that such characters are actually considered in some quarters as contenders. But I should speak. The current Mayor of Toronto is a well known baffoon. He is so reckless and stupid when he declared his candidature people fell off their chairs laughing. Then he caught fire with a very simplisitic campaign and Torontonians angry with the outgoing mayor, a havard educated lawyer who was very smart and progressive but considered an elitist simply voted for the madman. Now this is a city with an annual budget of close to $ 10 billion. This is like running a whole country.
Today the mayor is a pathetic failure just after a year. He does not even comprehend how budgets are run. City Hall is in chaos. The city admnistration has become the laughing stock in the country. It is like the Americans electing Sarah Palin because folk is angry with Obama. The idiot at City Hall in Toronto now has the lowest poll ever seen. He has been in office for only one year. I told my friends before that the city should elect that guy so that we can all learn the that stupidity should have limits. It has come fast and furious. I am loving it. So may be Nairobi should start with one of those lunatics and see what a lunatic can do for a city and a county that big.
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Post by kasuku on Oct 7, 2011 16:04:46 GMT 3
Kidero is an extravagant manager who loves pretige - lines up expensive cars in his garages like ladies do with the latest shoes fashions. I don't know if he would be the right man to be Nairobi's Governor, because in his world Slums don't exist. But i might be wrong... if someones character doesn't tell what kind of a leader he is.
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Post by jakaswanga on Oct 8, 2011 10:11:09 GMT 3
This is what happens when a semi-literate buffoon can be allowed to get a license to carry a firearm. Maybe a written test on how & when to use a pistol should be considered as a hurdle to screen out the likes of Livondo. b6k, Semi illiterare buffoon should not be licensed carry firearms? what do we do, amigo, with the rank and file of the GSU?
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Post by b6k on Oct 8, 2011 11:15:07 GMT 3
Hehehe. Jakaswanga, those semi-literate GSU rank & file recruits are controlled by a strict code (we sincerely hope) about when & where to use their firearms. When they're not out on a job those weapons are under lock & key in an armoury.
A private semi-literate buffoon on the other hand can carry the weapon at all times & doesn't have an officer above who tells him to "fire" or "hold his fire". It's infinitely more risky having these sort of weapons than those that can be controlled in the disciplined forces (or taken to ICC when abused).
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Post by jakaswanga on Oct 8, 2011 13:23:17 GMT 3
b6k, Perhaps you have surmised that I am a supporter of the ammendment which allows [US] citizens to carry firearms. I always thought this issue was under debated in the new constitution in our Kenya. I have always been told a universal arms ownership will immidiately lead to a civil war in Kenya, therefore forget it, but I retain an admiration for a state [like the USA] which is so confident of her citizens that they can walk into a shop and buy a sub-machine gun! Illiterate or not!
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Post by b6k on Oct 8, 2011 19:18:40 GMT 3
US Constitution's 2nd amendment grants citizens the right to bear arms. I would imagine a similar amendment here would face challenges, one of them being legal guns are not that cheap. They would most likely remain out of the reach of those who need them most...law abiding citizens living in hostile territory.
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Post by Fahari on Oct 8, 2011 22:48:32 GMT 3
b6k, Perhaps you have surmised that I am a supporter of the ammendment which allows [US] citizens to carry firearms. I always thought this issue was under debated in the new constitution in our Kenya. I have always been told a universal arms ownership will immidiately lead to a civil war in Kenya, therefore forget it, but I retain an admiration for a state [like the USA] which is so confident of her citizens that they can walk into a shop and buy a sub-machine gun! Illiterate or not! Is it confidence that allows columbine to happen or the shooting of the Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords? I don't think so but rather that the american politician live in mortal fear Of the NRA (National Rifle Association) and its vast resources that they will never touch the 2nd amendment.
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Post by jakaswanga on Oct 9, 2011 10:09:41 GMT 3
Is it confidence that allows columbine to happen or the shooting of the Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords? I don't think so but rather that the american politician live in mortal fear Of the NRA (National Rifle Association) and its vast resources that they will never touch the 2nd amendment. Fahari, You are kicking me in the wrong place! please slow down a bit. Few if any countries in the world allow their citizens the leeway the USA does with firearms. Why? Is it the politics of fear? I mean what is the philosophical rationale? Is it merely the prevention of armed crime? [And truly from the statistics of gun related deaths in the US, this is a good point.] Or is this merely a welcome pragmatic reason. Those two examples you give are excesses, just like JFK shooting and the Virginia tech massacre. Historically speaking, the state has not always monopolised arms. You better tell me why you think in this epoch, this must be the case! for [stability to be guaranteed?] I think allowing your citizens to freely bear arms is an indicator of a relationship of confidence between the ruled and rulers, and between the enforcers of rule and the citizens. Okay, they had their wild west!
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Post by akinyi2005 on Jan 14, 2012 1:32:33 GMT 3
Who is this?Kevin Muringa Age: 40 Title: Group Chief Executive Officer of several companies with interests in construction, transport, real estate, import and export of cereals, large scale farming in Sudan and Angola. Dealing with Petroleum Products. Background: As a high school pupil he started buying cows and selling them to Kenya Meat Commission. He made his first million at 20 years. He bought his first car at 21 and it was a Mercedes S Class. At 23 years he bought his first house in South B. First business venture: Selling cows. Advice to youth: Nothing comes easy. Dreams can only be true if you wake up and work on them. I am a staunch Catholic and prayers work miracles. I thank God for all I have. And as Steve Jobs said, why should I be the richest man in the cemetery? I give back to the society as well. Holiday destinations: Two holidays per year to Bahamas, Dubai, Turkey or Mombasa. This Easter he plans to travel to Israel with his family. Residences: Several homes in Kenya but currently moving to a Sh270 million house with expansive gardens in Westlands area. Ride: Owns a cargo Boeing 767 and a 10,000 tonnes ocean liner. His collection of cars includes BMW 3 Series, BMW X5, Range Rover Sports, two Ford Off Road, a H2 Hummer and convertible Mustang. Marital status: Married. Most expensive habit: When young, I used to hire choppers every weekend to fly me out of Nairobi with a few friends. I am now too old for that. I would rather spend the money on charity. Net worth: My war chest to campaign for Nairobi Governor is Sh2 billion, so you can guess my net worth.
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Post by jakaswanga on Oct 24, 2012 20:15:18 GMT 3
Why did Margaret Wanjiru shy away from jumping from the ODM? Answer she looked before she leaped.
Wanjiru is interested in Nairobi governors seat, first. She had first calculated she could put up a good fight against Waititu of Embakasi for the TNA nomination. Then she was informed UK's candidate was none other than Jimna Mbaru, former boss of the Nairobi Stock exchange. That would never be a fair and open nomination, Wanjiru reckoned. Party mandarins wanted who they wanted, and SG Oloo, for all his protestations, would cede.
Within ODM, Wanjiru reckons she can kick the Kideros, Kisias and just about anybody the party can come up with from the West. [Kidero and Kisia have never won any open contest in Nairobi while she has won twice; and with the likelihood of Waititu being the opponent, only a fool would think Kidero or Kisia could beat Waititu.
But Uhuru too was caught in a quandry. Waititu's so called hate-speech gave him, and his aristocratic crowd, the opportunity to do the lowly scum and uncouth Waititu in: In fact to make moves to ruin his political career. But when, by party machinations, Jimnah Mbaru would be introduced and Waititu not even acknowledged in public in Nairobi, the mandarins of TNA came in for a rude shock. The crowd, a significant section of it, and not too monied looking, demanded their governor! Ferdie Waititu!
And yes, there he was giving the power wave! the condemned man in defiance from his death cell!
Down but not out, Uhuru must find a weapon quick to finish off the monster Waititu, and do ODM a favour. Why?
Because Wanjiru would make mince meat of Jimna Mbaru in a open Nairobi race!
But she pitted against Waititu, it would be the kind of wrestling match Achebe opens his great novel, Things fall apart, with. Okonkwo vs Amalinze the cat. A contest equivalent in legend to the founding of the tribe!
It is a contest strategists want to avoid, for very classical reasons.
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Post by phil on Oct 25, 2012 11:38:20 GMT 3
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Post by b6k on Oct 25, 2012 17:34:52 GMT 3
According to some press reports Bishop Wanjiru has already secured a direct nomination for Governor from Agwambo. Kidero's iPad may never get to "serve" Nairobi at this rate...
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Post by mzee on Oct 25, 2012 17:47:24 GMT 3
According to some press reports Bishop Wanjiru has already secured a direct nomination for Governor from Agwambo. Kidero's iPad may never get to "serve" Nairobi at this rate... Don't rely on rumors
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Post by joblesscorner on Oct 25, 2012 17:53:19 GMT 3
Mzee,If you can get a realiable phone, you would realise, the message came from Kidero's Official facebook page.According to some press reports Bishop Wanjiru has already secured a direct nomination for Governor from Agwambo. Kidero's iPad may never get to "serve" Nairobi at this rate... Don't rely on rumors
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Post by phil on Oct 31, 2012 9:22:02 GMT 3
Working towards a better life for Nairobi County residents and investors, Evans Kidero, a leading ODM aspirant, identifies with majority of residents as the most likely to be elected govern0r for various reasons. As a resident of Nairobi I have no hesitation in sharing out my personal preference for ideal governor for Nairobi. Here we go: - a middle-aged person aged between 30 to 50 years, with a proven respect for family values and one who meets all the preconditions set by the constitution especially the integrity and leadership chapter of the Constitution.
- the candidate ought to be preferabbly a person of mixed/multiple degree or equivalent qualification say a BCom graduate with additional legal or accountancy or IT training. Additional postgraduate qualifications, eg. MBA are definitely an added bonus.
- the candidate ought to be a well travelled person - at least to 5 international cities for professional purposes - especially to destinations that are much more developed than Nairobi County.
- the candidate should have been CEO of a commercial enterprise for a period of no less than 5 years, during which time he/she must exhibit evidence of generating profits/revenue/growth, whilst successfully managing staff of at least 50 people.
- In addition, the ideal candidate must have proven skill in leadership, communication and negotiation, presentation, management and operations.
- the candidate should not have a political or civil society activists or armed forces or religious background, unless that background was followed up by a 5 year stint working in commerce and industry, heading a corporation with similar traits as those shown above.
These requirements are by no means limited, but obviously they eliminate a host of aspiring candidates including a well known Jukwaa favourite. Moving forward, here now is today's fact-laden governance lesson from Mr. Evans Kidero : Business people in Nairobi ranked insecurity at 69.6% as undermining business.70% investors in Kenya indicate crime, theft and disorder as major concerns compared to 25% in Tanzania and 25% in Uganda. Attacks on business and individuals affect business viability, economic stability and social prosperity hence an impediment to development.
Insecurity discourages local as well as foreign investors from initiating, sustaining or enhancing business enterprises. In Nairobi the cost of insecurity on business is phenomenal considering the loss of revenue involved and the extra investment on security measures put in place.
33% of Nairobi firms identified insecurity as a major problem which accounts to losses of about 4% equivalent in annual sales, and up to 3% operating costs go towards security enhancement, private security services and other security upgrades. This implies the cost of doing business in Nairobi is high. Hence Nairobians have a paralyzing fear and siege mentality created out of insecurity. This is my prescription towards minimizing this problem;
Solution 1: Create a Monitoring Unit within the City Council of Nairobi, Ministry of Local Government and Provincial Administration to check the alarming rate of slum expansion.
Solution 2: Generally, increase police visibility in the Nairobi County. Police visibility is an acknowledged strategy to deter criminal behavior.
Solution 3: Create employment programmes and/or labor intensive technologies to absorb the youth and address unemployment.
Solution 4: Enhance the capacity of the City Inspectorate to play the role of a Metropolitan Police with powers to enforce law and order.
Solution 5: Ensure collaboration between the City Council of Nairobi, Ministry of Local Government and Nairobi Metropolitan Ministry to upscale street and neighborhood lighting.
Solution 6: Make it a requirement for developers to include security lighting in their premises.
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Post by phil on Nov 1, 2012 13:45:46 GMT 3
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Post by kamalet on Nov 1, 2012 14:31:30 GMT 3
As you have previously signed off as being involved in teh ODM secretariat, do you consider your continued publishing material for one ODM candidate the exclusion of others fair behaviour?
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Post by phil on Nov 1, 2012 17:06:25 GMT 3
As you have previously signed off as being involved in teh ODM secretariat, do you consider your continued publishing material for one ODM candidate the exclusion of others fair behaviour? I honestly do not know where to get campaign information on the other candidates. Besides, up there, I have expounded on why I believe Kidero so far is the best candidate for governor in Nairobi. Even to the most hardened TNA supporters, they agree Kidero fits the bill. He is followed closely by Mbaru and Kisia. See my take above.
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Post by jakaswanga on Nov 4, 2012 12:05:53 GMT 3
Two articles have captured two divergent views about the Nairobi governorship complex, which are worth highlighting here on Jukwaa. Oketch Kendo versus Okoth Okombo.Oketch Kendo of the standard thinks Raila and Uhuru should do a secret deal, a negotiated settlement behind the scenes, to come up with a compromise candidate. Fix the race in national interest! Here below: www.standardmedia.co.ke/?articleID=2000066507&pageNo=1&story_title=Nairobi-leadership-test-for-ODM,-TNA- --oketch kendo: let uhuru and raila decide nairobi governor! Westerner as president, Nairobi governor must be non westerner. Gikuyu as president, Nairobi governor must be non Mumbi!Perhaps this is what was meant by Trans-Nzoia county candidate Young Wamalwa, when he said, in aswer to a woman 'settler' candidate called 'Orie', that there were local sensitivities which should pre-determine the ethnicity of holders of certain key offices in the county! And also this could be what is meant by Raila when he talks elders meeting to decide how Oburu and Orengo share out the seats in Siaya county; and the need for ethnic balance in Migori-Kuria county! And in Narok, I remember a Masai minister saying: Governor and senate, na hizo kubwa kubwa, zitakuwa Wa-Masai pekee! Politics must override competence in this view. AND THE SECOND VIEW: www.standardmedia.co.ke/?articleID=2000067636&pageNo=1&story_title=Kenya-Keep-ethnic-negotiations-out-of-Nairobi-governorship --keep ethnic negotiations out of nairobi race PRAGMATISM VS IDEALISM, the BIG-BANG out of which a nation's moral compass is forged! So the two querrulants below could give us some more insides! As you have previously signed off as being involved in teh ODM secretariat, do you consider your continued publishing material for one ODM candidate the exclusion of others fair behaviour? I honestly do not know where to get campaign information on the other candidates. Besides, up there, I have expounded on why I believe Kidero so far is the best candidate for governor in Nairobi. Even to the most hardened TNA supporters, they agree Kidero fits the bill. He is followed closely by Mbaru and Kisia. See my take above. Is it true TNA tried to seduce Kidero? And is it true Jimnah Mbaru flirted with ODM?
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Post by joblesscorner on Nov 9, 2012 23:01:22 GMT 3
Does this applys to Kidero?
"Collapse Expand Romney is a perfect example that a successful business executive does not make for a successful politician. People like to whine about 'career politicians' yet - excluding a few exceptions - voters consistently re-elect the same Congressmen time after time.
More of the obstructionist Congressmen deserved to be kicked out in this election for their stubborn refusal to work with the president to get bills passed that would have helped the US economy recover faster. They better get with the program now or expect to be targeted for replacement in the next election. "
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Post by phil on Nov 12, 2012 11:23:29 GMT 3
Is Jimnah Mbaru really the right candidate for Nairobi Gubernatorial seat when he says: "Everyone wants to know what my stand is and to a larger extent, what is my agenda for Nairobians. The reason as to why I am a bit hesitant about posting my agenda and my manifesto on social media, is because I have realised that some of my competitors, have been stealing my ideas especially the documents I post online and then deliver them in their campaign rallies. Hence, I have embarked on a str ategy where I plan to unveil my Manifesto for all to see and for Nairobians to analyze, critique and build on it. Therefore, it is my humble prayer that you as my supporters, continue showing your support and interest in my campaign. Thank you all and have a great afternoon. I AM FIRMLY IN THE RACE FOR NAIROBI GOVERNORSHIP."
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Post by phil on Nov 18, 2012 11:10:15 GMT 3
JUST IN : Starehe MP Bishop Margaret Wanjiru announces her intention to run for Nairobi governorship on an ODM ticket.
Wanjiru now joins Evans Kidero and Philip Kisia among others as candidates aspiring for the coveted ODM ticket.
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Post by jakaswanga on Nov 18, 2012 13:57:22 GMT 3
JUST IN : Starehe MP Bishop Margaret Wanjiru announces her intention to run for Nairobi governorship on an ODM ticket. Wanjiru now joins Evans Kidero and Philip Kisia among others as candidates aspiring for the coveted ODM ticket. Haha! the daily nation has withdrawn a long article which analysed the ethnic composition of Nairobi, and how the strategists in all parties plan to coin up the winning summation!There was even a inside look at the House of Mumbi intrigue: Kirinyaga-Muranga Nyeri and Kiambu-Nairobi coalitions, respectively Mbaru, Muriuki and Waititu! and how Wanjiru's entry complicates the Gikuyu ethnic math! And how the kingmakers are the Kamba, at 19% Nairobi! It was, if true, a revelatory look into the minds of the ideologues of the current political big five. And really why their time is gone! A Balkanised Nairobi! = Beirut city! Was someone scared of the picture painted? www.nation.co.ke/News/politics/Wanjiru-joins-race-for-Nairobi-governor-seat/-/1064/1623178/-/jb63o7z/-/index.html
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Post by joblesscorner on Nov 19, 2012 4:04:01 GMT 3
I hope Nairobians are not going to elect WANJIRU as the governor, this should be a technocrat seat not a politician like Bishop Wanjiru, why announce it at church in the first place.....
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Post by mwalimumkuu on Nov 19, 2012 5:21:02 GMT 3
I hope Nairobians are not going to elect WANJIRU as the governor, this should be a technocrat seat not a politician like Bishop Wanjiru, why announce it at church in the first place..... Exactly my thoughts. This must be a joke of the year. The 'dr. bishop' is now pushing her luck too far. Nairobi deserves better. Like you, I too did not understand why it had to be done in a church in the manner that it was done as if in a political baraza.
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