In his latest comment on 25th January 2011, Martin urges the government not to listen to those complaining about the planned demolitions to allow for expansion of Mombasa Road.
There is a good reason why the government shouldn’t listen to those complaining about the demolition of buildings to allow the expansion of Mombasa Road, says Martin Tairo Maseghe: “While as early as 2006, the government was clear on its planned expansion of the road, and even earmarked the land it would acquire, some developers went ahead and constructed. Taxpayers’ money will now be used to settle inflated compensation bills. Those who allowed these developments must be held responsible.”
And on 19th January 2011, Martin voiced his support for Education Minister Prof. Ongeri on his new policy of admission to National Secondary Schools
Those criticising Prof Ongeri on the new policy limiting the number of places allocated to private candidates for admission to national secondary schools are missing the point, says Martin Tairo Maseghe. “It makes complete sense if you present only 15 per cent of the KCPE examination candidates, to deserve only 15 per cent of the national secondary school spaces. This is what equitable distribution is all about. If anything, private school candidates should be allocated 600 spaces instead of 1,200.’’
