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March 12, 2026
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High Court Dismisses Petition Challenging Noordin Haji’s Appointment as NIS Director

High Court Dismisses Petition Challenging Noordin Haji’s Appointment as NIS Director

In his ruling, Justice Lawrence Mugambi stated that "The petition lacks merit and is hereby dismissed.” - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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The High Court has dismissed a petition that challenged the nomination and appointment of Noordin Haji as the Director of the National Intelligence Service (NIS).

  • The court ruled that the petition lacked merit, upholding the President's constitutional discretion in appointing key public officers.
  • The key individuals involved were Noordin Haji, the NIS Director, and Justice Lawrence Mugambi who delivered the ruling.
  • The petitioners' claims that unresolved cases should have disqualified Haji were deemed misplaced by the court, which emphasized avoiding judicial overreach.

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