Kikuyu Member of Parliament and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has announced that Parliament will extend its sitting hours until midnight on both Wednesday, June 25, and Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Speaking during a parliamentary session held on Tuesday, Ichung’wah explained that the extension is necessary to allow lawmakers to address critical legislative matters before the House goes on a short break.
He emphasized the need to allocate extra time for Members of Parliament to fully deliberate and conclude important business.
“Mr. Speaker, I rise to move the procedural motion under Order Number 8. In accordance with Standing Orders 33(a) and (b) regarding sitting hours, I propose that this House resolves to extend the afternoon sittings on Wednesday, June 25, and Thursday, June 26, until midnight,” Ichung’wah stated.
He further disclosed that Parliament has also agreed to conduct an additional morning sitting on Thursday, beginning at 9:30 a.m., to ensure that all scheduled business is concluded before the scheduled recess.
Ichung’wah said that the decision came after a meeting of the House Business Committee earlier that day. The extended sittings will focus on passing key legislation, including the Supplementary Appropriation Bill and the Virtual Assets Bill, along with other pending bills that need urgent attention.
The motion was seconded by Majority Party Whip Sylvanus Osoro, who supported the extension of sitting hours, saying it was necessary given the limited time available before Parliament goes on recess.
“When you look at the parliamentary calendar, you’ll notice that the House is scheduled to break on Thursday. It is important for us to complete all outstanding business before then. I, therefore, second the motion,” Osoro affirmed.
June 25 holds deep significance for Kenyans. It marks one year since the tragic anti-Finance Bill protests of 2024, during which several young Kenyans lost their lives. In remembrance of that day, youth across the country have planned fresh protests to honor the victims and continue voicing their opposition to oppressive financial policies.
On June 25, 2024, during the protests, Parliament was in session when chaos erupted. Demonstrators, fueled by frustration, managed to storm the Parliament buildings, forcing MPs to seek shelter.
Some were rescued through Parliament’s underground escape routes, while others had to be evacuated in ambulances as angry protesters surrounded the area.
With similar protests expected this year on the anniversary of that event, there is growing public interest in how Parliament will handle both its legislative duties and the tense atmosphere outside. All eyes are now on the lawmakers and their response to the unfolding situation.
In anticipation of possible unrest, security has been reinforced around key government buildings, particularly Parliament and State House.
These areas are believed to be among the targets of the planned demonstrations. Authorities are taking precautionary steps to prevent a repeat of last year’s violent scenes and to protect both government officials and citizens.
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