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CJ Koome affirms judicial independence amid Ruto’s criticism

Brenda Murungi by Brenda Murungi
January 3, 2024
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Chief Justice Martha Koome responded to the President’s comments about the judiciary impeding his key projects. This reaction followed President William Ruto’s assertion that corrupt judicial officers were collaborating with powerful figures to obstruct government programs for personal gain.

“The JSC wishes to reaffirm the independence and integrity of the Judiciary as a co-equal arm of government as enshrined in the Constitution and urges all judges and judicial officers to continue to perform their official duties without fear or favour,” Koome asserted.

Koome expressed concern on behalf of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), stating, “The JSC has noted with concern that honorable judges and judicial officers have been criticized for issuing court orders perceived to be against state programs.” She emphasized the independence and integrity of the Judiciary as a constitutional co-equal branch and urged judges to perform their duties without bias.

The Chief Justice reminded judges that judicial authority, safeguarded by Article 160(1), must be upheld. Addressing corruption allegations, she assured Kenyans that the JSC would handle complaints against judges promptly and firmly, in accordance with the Constitution.

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