By Watchman

The image formed by the hands of President Kibaki and four other Kenyans in an anti-Aids campaign is truly exciting, remarks G. Ngunze. He adds: "But to me, it forms a pentagon shape. I only see the image of Kenya when I consider the persons joining the hands. There is a president, ordinary folks, both the old and young, male and female. A pentagon depicts a strong bond/unity for a cause."

Nairobi resident Rachel A., says she has always wondered how the City Council bills its water consumers. She adds: "I have received a water bill of more than Sh280,000 for a period of 22 months for domestic use. Just how does the council arrive at such figures? I would like to know. I am sure I am not alone on this!"

The arrogance displayed by the Americans after the capture of Saddam Hussein was uncalled and not surprising at all, considering the conduct of the lone superpower, comments Andrew Okondo. But Andrew says he was also appalled at the Americans' decision to show on TV the video footage of Saddam undergoing a dental check-up, "as if he was a cow". Andrew adds: "It was the most humiliating scene I've ever seen this year. Shame on the Americans!"

Parents should, indeed, closely watch over their children as Edith Mukudi advises, says F. Mwaniki. "In this day and age where beasts masquerading as human beings are ruining the lives of our children, parents should tighten their grip on their offspring. However, Mukudi's advice that parents should not trust any man with their daughters is an oxymoron. Fathers are parents, too. Responsible parents deal with any suspicions and mistrust to prevent tragedies such as the recent defilement of the four-year-old Kiambu girl. Both parents should be more vigilant about how they bring up their children."

David Kiriro also begs "to strongly differ with Mukudi's suggestion that mothers should not trust fathers with their daughters". He adds: "This is a gross insult to many of us who are good and responsible fathers of daughters. She should apologise for the remark!"

Roads minister Raila Odinga must be joking, remarks Mathenge Mundia, adding: "Why would he want to demolish structures on road reserves, leaving the more urgent task?" He adds: "Shouldn't he first ensure that the existing roads are properly maintained? Why build new roads when the existing ones are so full of potholes and gullies?"

Have a logical day, won't you!

E-mail: watchman@nation.co.ke