Wednesday, September
10, 2025 - Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has defended his proposal to
extend the presidential term limit from the current five-year term to seven
years.
Speaking during a televised interview on Wednesday,
September 10th, 2025, Cherargei argued that the country’s political
cycle undermines long-term development and governance.
“Kenya has been in campaign mode since 2008,” he said.
“Even after elections, politicians immediately return to
vote-hunting, which stalls progress and fosters short-term thinking.”
Cherargei contends that a longer presidential term would
allow leaders to focus on delivering substantive reforms and completing key
development projects without the constant distraction of electioneering.
“A seven-year term would give presidents the space to
implement policies fully before turning attention back to elections,” he
stated.
He further criticized the pressure placed on institutions to
prioritize quick wins over sustainable initiatives, saying the current system
encourages leaders to chase immediate political gains rather than meaningful
change.
While acknowledging that the proposal would require a
constitutional amendment, Cherargei insisted that his push is rooted in
national interest, not personal ambition.
“This is not about benefiting one individual,” he said.
“It’s about creating
an environment where leaders can deliver tangible change.”
His remarks come a year after the Senate Justice, Legal
Affairs and Human Rights Committee recommended the dismissal of the proposal.
On Tuesday, the Senate reaffirmed its position, stating it
has no plans to extend the terms of elected officials.
Despite the setback, Cherargei maintains that reforming the
electoral cycle is essential for Kenya’s development trajectory.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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