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He said the charges were based on clear acts of destruction that targeted public property during the demonstrations — actions that, under Kenyan law, qualify as terrorism.
Murkomen took a swipe at the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), accusing it of siding with lawbreakers at the expense of ordinary Kenyans.
Justice Mwita directed the Inspector General to ensure all relevant responses are submitted by today (Tuesday), paving the way for the court to determine the next course of action in the case.
Ojijo argues that the two leaders, while heading security dockets, oversaw operations that resulted in killings, abductions, injuries, and disappearances of young demonstrators across the country.
The High Court had earlier suspended the directive referenced as CA/CE/BC/TV90A, pending the hearing and determination of the case filed by LSK.
Justice Chacha Mwita issued the conservatory order on Wednesday, following a petition filed by the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), which argued that the CA directive was unconstitutional and a threat to the freedoms guaranteed under the Bill of Rights.
The petition seeks a writ of habeas corpus compelling senior government and law enforcement officials to produce Kinyangia, who has not been seen or heard from since June 21, 2025.
They say the move directly contradicts a November 2024 High Court ruling that declared similar interference by the Authority unconstitutional and affirmed that only the Media Council of Kenya is legally mandated to regulate broadcast content.
The Director of Public Prosecutions, represented by Senior Assistant DPP Duncan Ondimu, told the court that the suspects face a possible death sentence, making them flight risks if released.
The Society says Njeri was arrested on Friday afternoon and claims officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations denied her access to legal representation.
