Petition Seeks Removal of Isaac Ruto Over Political Bias
On Wednesday, President Ruto launched a tirade at the judiciary, a move that followed the appearance of the powerful commission at State House...
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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 Ruto's attendance at a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) National Governing Council (NGC) meeting violates constitutional provisions on independence and integrity for JSC commissioners.
- The petition was filed by advocate Eric Muriuki.
- Isaac Ruto, a former governor, allegedly attended the UDA NGC meeting at State House on January 26, chaired by President William Ruto.
- The petition cites violations of multiple constitutional articles, including Articles 10, 73, 75, 77, and 249, as well as Section 18 of the Judicial Service Act.
- The petition was prompted by a letter from former JSC Vice Chairperson Macharia Njeru, dated January 27, calling for Isaac Ruto’s resignation.
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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.
