Three NASA co-principals have differed over the plans to amend the Constitution.
According to Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka there is need for constitutional changes.
However, Musalia Mudavadi and Moses Wetangula called for national dialogue and debate on a Bill on the need for a referendum.
Speaking on Saturday, Kalonzo said that the country was after amendments to the election laws to guarantee free, fair and transparent elections in 2022.
“It is a constitutional moment and we must capture the opportunity to ensure there are constitutional changes particularly in electoral laws that will provide Kenyans an avenue of participating in free, fair and transparent elections,” Kalonzo said during the homecoming ceremony of Kiminini MP Chris Wamalwa in Mitoto village, Trans Nzoia County.
On his part, Mudavadi said it was too early to talk about a referendum when it is not clear which sections are to be amended.
“Let us discuss first, debate the clauses that need to be amended and draft a bill to pave the way for a referendum. We need experts to give direction on this matter because we have not seen the question,” he said.
On his part, Bungoma senator Moses Wetangula said that there was no need for a referendum as any constitutional changes can be made by Parliament.
“We do not understand this referendum people have started pushing. We must first sit down and agree on what must be changed. Some of the clauses can be amended in Parliament and not necessarily subjecting the country to an expensive referendum,” he said.