KCSE Classes of 2016 and 2017 Jokingly Vow to ‘Revenge’ on Matiang’i in 2027 Polls Over Tough Exams
- A former KCSE candidate from Matiang’i’s tenure jokingly rallied 2016 and 2017 candidates for a “revenge mission” in the 2027 elections
- In his funny video, the man gave the reasons he believes that the candidates from these two classes should finally get back at the former Education Cabinet Secretary
- His comments ignited mixed reactions, with many disagreeing with his suggestion; others recalled Matiangi's raft of measures when he was the Education boss
A Kenyan who sat for his secondary school national exams when Fred Matiang'i was the Education Cabinet Secretary is now hilariously rallying his counterparts for a revenge mission.
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The man said the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) classes of 2016 and 2017 should take advantage of Matiang'i's presidential bid because they sat for tough exams during his tenure as the education boss.
In a funny video circulating online, the former student recalled how tough the KCSE exams in those years were, adding that it was finally payback time, by denying him their vote.
"Payback time is here. Anything you do on this earth, payback is still here. You were the (Education) Cabinet Secretary in 2016 and 2017, and so we are now here for you during the elections. We wanted to pass those exams, but we did not. Now that you are going for the presidency, malipo ni hapa hapa duniani," the man said.
Kenyans react to man's revenge plot against Matiang'i
However, many seemed to disagree with his comments as they praised Matiang'i's efforts, which sought to restore the integrity of the national exams after widespread malpractices in the 2015 KCSE.
Here are some of the comments:
Kagoto said:
"You wanted to get a grade you did not deserve? Those are years when every student got their genuine results."
Ooro Harry said:
"I did my exams in 2016, and I don't have anything against Matiangi. It was free and fair. Wewe ulikuwa mjinga tu."
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Irene Musundi said:
"Were the exam questions set outside of the syllabus?"
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"But Kenyan education had improved and had started being recognised when Matiang`i was Cabinet Secretary."
However, others seemed to agree that the poor grades they recorded during their KCSE exams in those two years were due to Matiang'i's strong measures that sought to curb cheating.
Kesley reloy said:
"Kwanza class yetu tulipata Y tukarudia tena."
Mnyeto Rama said:
"Huyu jamaa alitufanya vbaya sana kwa exams za 2016 and 2017 surely."
What measures did Matiang'i introduce when he was Education CS?
During his time as the Education CS, Matiang'i introduced a raft of measures to curb cheating in the national exams.
He began by banning mass prayers and school visiting days in the third term, which is when KCSE exams are held.
In October of 2016, the ministry announced that the KCSE exams would be supervised by the county commissioners, and not the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) supervisors.
He also prohibited supervisors and invigilators from using their phones in the exam room and sanctioned the installation of CCTVs.
Gusii elders support Matiang'is 2027 elders
This comes just weeks after elders drawn from the Gusii community threw their weight behind Matiang'i, who quit his World Bank job to return to the country in readiness for the 2027 polls.
In a statement, the Gusii elders publicised their support for the presidential candidate, saying they would join him in hunting for votes.
"As a son of the Gusii community and a proven servant of the Kenyan people, Dr Matiang'i's stellar record speaks for itself. His unmatched performance in President Uhuru Kenyatta's government across key ministries, showcased his dedication, competed and for a better Kenya," they said in a press conference.
Another elder insisted that the entire Gusii community would rally behind Matiang'i's candidature.
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Lady who scored 143 marks in KCPE speaks
In other news, a Kenyan lady who scored 143 marks in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education recently wowed many with her progress.
Mwende narrated that her parents did not admonish her for scoring low marks, and they instead encouraged her to move forward.
She is now a fashion and design student at Machakos University, and she is enjoying every moment of it.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
