Court upholds Haji appointment as NIS boss
'The court cannot interfere with the President's choice unless it is shown that he acted contrary to the Constitution'...
✨ Key Highlights
The High Court has dismissed a petition that sought to nullify the appointment of Noordin Haji as the Director-General of the National Intelligence Service (NIS). The court ruled that President William Ruto's appointment and the subsequent parliamentary approval process were constitutional.
- The court found no constitutional breach in Haji's nomination and vetting process.
- Key individuals involved include petitioner Eliud Karanja Matindi and appointed official Noordin Haji, with President William Ruto making the nomination.
- The court stated that the President has discretion in nominating the NIS Director-General, and being a serving state officer does not disqualify a candidate.
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