Nairobi – Suba South Member of Parliament, Caroli Omondi, is set to appear before the National Assembly’s Education Committee to present his proposed bill advocating for the introduction of ‘Nationhood Science’ in the Kenyan school curriculum.
Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV, Omondi emphasized that his drive to amend the Basic Education Act stems from a growing concern about the quality of leadership in Kenya.
“Countries like Singapore and Sweden have integrated this kind of education into their systems. As a result, their citizens and leaders understand their roles and responsibilities, and you find a more orderly society,” Omondi said.
He lamented the growing perception of politics as a career path to social status rather than a platform for service. “Many Kenyan leaders are motivated by self-interest. When you talk to them, they often reference Machiavellian principles — ideas rooted in 15th-century political ideology,” he added.
Omondi’s proposed legislation aims to embed national values—such as patriotism, human dignity, integrity, and the rule of law, as outlined in Article 10 of the Constitution—into the education system from early levels through to higher learning.
“We have people in authority who shouldn’t be there. Political parties must take responsibility for the leaders they produce,” he said. “If you examine the quality of leadership in Parliament, County Assemblies, and the broader political space, it’s clear there’s a problem. Kenya’s diplomatic standing in the region is also deteriorating.”
Through his bill, Omondi hopes to instill a stronger sense of civic responsibility and national identity among learners, ultimately improving the quality of leadership across the country.
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