Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi has stated that he will not resume legal practice before the Supreme Court, even after the apex court lifted the two-year restriction that had barred him and his firm from its proceedings.
He dismissed the lifting of the ban as a superficial measure, calling it an “appeasement ploy,” and said it does not resolve the deeper issues he has highlighted regarding the Court’s conduct.
On social media, Ahmednasir said the ban, imposed on January 23, 2024, was “unfairly and without any justifiable cause.” He expressed appreciation to fellow Senior Counsels Paul Muite, Fred Ngatia, and Dennis Mosota for their efforts in helping bring the issue to a conclusion, praising their dedication and professionalism. He also acknowledged the Supreme Court’s recognition of the previous action’s injustice.
Despite the reversal, Ahmednasir emphasized that the core concerns he raised about judicial integrity and competence remain unaddressed. He stated he will only return to practice once the Court formally admits it erred in banning him, his partners, and associates, and takes substantial steps to restore public confidence in its operations.
“Whereas my partners and associates are now free to practice before the Court, I want to make it clear that I have decided not to return until the Court takes specific steps. The Court must admit that it was wrong to ban me, my partners, and associates," he said.
Ahmednasir criticized the Court for being controlled by just seven judges, arguing that without reforms, his return would signal acceptance of the current system and silence his advocacy against what he terms the trade of “JurisPESA” among judges.
He described his decision to remain away as a personal sacrifice for the public interest, commending other lawyers, including Nelson Havi, who continue to challenge judicial malpractice.
“The court must address the grievances I raised against it. As I said, the Supreme Court faces weighty accusations I made against it. These enormous issues of integrity and competence can't be swept under the carpet," Ahmednasir stressed.
He concluded by offering his support to Chief Justice Martha Koome, saying he stands ready to assist in meaningful judicial reforms and the fight against malpractice once proper actions are taken.
