Political Figures Deny Allegations of Influence; JSC Commissioner Faces Removal Petition - January 2026

A petition has been filed in Kenya's Parliament seeking the removal of Isaac Ruto from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) due to alleged political bias. The petition claims his attendance at a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) National Governing Council meeting violates constitutional provisions on independence. Separately, former President Uhuru Kenyatta denied social media claims that he directed Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua to organize a meeting for Mt Kenya leaders, calling them "false and misleading." In another denial, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula asserted his independence, rejecting allegations that he receives orders from President William Ruto to manipulate parliamentary proceedings.