COTU warns MPs against undermining confidence in NSSF
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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 19 – The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) has accused Members of Parliament of undermining public confidence in the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) through what it termed unsubstantiated allegations about the management of workers’ retirement savings.
In a statement, COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli said the union was concerned about remarks made by MPs during deliberations on the Public Service Superannuation Scheme (Amendment) Bill, warning that sweeping accusations could erode trust in an institution relied upon by millions of workers.
The union singled out National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, expressing disappointment at his participation in the criticism despite what it described as a cordial working relationship with him on legislation affecting workers’ welfare.
