Outrage as Powerful JSC Commissioner Attends UDA Political Event at State House
President Ruto appointed the former Bomet Governor to the post in May 2023, to represent the public in the commission...
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Judicial Service Commission (JSC) Vice Chairperson Isaac Ruto is under pressure to resign after being seen in UDA party merchandise at State House, an act critics claim compromises judicial independence. Former JSC Vice Chairperson Macharia Njeru has formally requested his resignation, citing a breach of constitutional and ethical guidelines.
- Isaac Ruto was photographed wearing President William Ruto's UDA party attire at State House.
- Macharia Njeru sent a letter to Chief Justice Martha Koome on January 27, demanding Isaac Ruto's immediate resignation.
- The petition alleges that Ruto's actions violate the Constitution, the Leadership and Integrity Act, and the Judicial Service Code of Conduct and threaten and compromise the independence of the Judiciary.
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Calls Mount for JSC Vice Chair Isaac Ruto's Resignation Over UDA Political Links - January 2026
Judicial Service Commission (JSC) Vice Chairperson Isaac Ruto is facing calls for his resignation due to alleged involvement in active partisan politics with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. He is under pressure after being seen in UDA party merchandise at a political event at State House, an act critics claim compromises judicial independence. Former JSC Vice Chairperson Macharia Njeru has formally requested his resignation, citing a breach of constitutional and ethical guidelines. Njeru also urged Chief Justice Martha Koome to address the alleged breach of political neutrality. This reported involvement in UDA politics threatens public confidence in Kenya's justice system.
