Sakaja Faces 6-Month Jail Term in Court Battle
The application seeks the court’s orders to cite Sakaja for contempt of court, summon him to appear in person, and commit him to civil jail...
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Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing a potential 6-month jail term for contempt of court following an application demanding action for his prolonged failure to appoint a County Secretary.
- The application cites non-compliance with a December 5, 2025, High Court order mandating the initiation of a recruitment process and appointment within specified timelines.
- Key figure subject to the legal action is Governor Johnson Sakaja, with petitioners arguing the office has been vacant for over 7 years.
- This marks a second instance where Sakaja has faced potential jailing for contempt, with a previous application related to a collective bargaining agreement with county workers.
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