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January 27, 2026
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Katiba Institute seeks contempt charges against Ndii, Chigai over Court order defiance

Katiba Institute seeks contempt charges against Ndii, Chigai over Court order defiance

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 27 - Katiba Institute has filed an urgent application seeking to have economist David Ndii and President William Ruto’s advisor Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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Katiba Institute has filed an urgent application seeking to cite economist David Ndii and President William Ruto’s advisor Harriet Chigai for contempt of court. This action stems from their alleged defiance of High Court orders issued on January 22, 2026, which barred the implementation and public promotion of certain government economic and policy agenda aspects.

  • The application was filed in the High Court in Nairobi.
  • Katiba Institute argues that Ndii and Chigai willfully ignored clear court directives despite being fully aware of them.
  • The contempt charges arise from continued public actions and statements allegedly advancing disputed policy measures, contrary to express orders suspending their implementation.
  • The lobby group is seeking sanctions and further directions to ensure compliance with court orders, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding judicial authority.

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