Matiang’i argued that Kenyatta’s acceptance of the ruling demonstrated respect for the law rather than defiance of the government.
By Bradley BosireKerich's lawyers had urged the court to suspend the jail term pending the hearing of new applications. They argued that he had remained available to the court at all times, had not absconded, and was no longer serving as the substantive Nairobi County Executive Committee Member for Finance after leaving office on June 5, 2026.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe petitioners had accused the government of failing to protect the right to life, arguing that intelligence warnings existed and that authorities failed to respond. They also claimed the State did not take proper steps to secure the country’s borders despite the risk of an attack being known or expected.
By Maureen KinyanjuiJustice Lawrence Mugambi, ruling on an application filed by the Gema Watho Association, a lawyers' lobby group, said the court could not act on assumptions.
By Maureen KinyanjuiJustice Mugambi said the evidence presented did not demonstrate that Kenya’s institutions had failed in their responsibilities.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe new law, based on a 2022 amendment, empowers the NTSA to set the frequency of inspections and outsource services to private firms.
By Maureen Kinyanjui