President William Ruto faces a significant legal challenge as four activists, led by Dr. Magare Gikenyi, have filed a petition contesting his recent appointment of an expert panel to oversee compensation for protest victims.

• The petition argues that President Ruto's appointments contravene Article 134 and Article 132(4) of Kenya's Constitution, claiming he lacks the power to establish such a panel.
• The petitioners assert that the panel's appointment through "imaginary mirage powers" is unconstitutional and a duplication of existing institutional duties.
• The challenge comes just two days after Ruto appointed an 18-member team to facilitate compensation for victims of protests dating back to 2017.