Kenya's Chief Justice condemns government's withdrawal of security for sentencing judge.

Kenya's Chief Justice Martha Koome has condemned the government's withdrawal of security for Justice Lawrence Mugambi, following his sentencing of Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli for contempt. Koome called this action an attack on judicial independence and a violation of constitutional principles. She urged the National Police Service to restore Mugambi's security and emphasized that judges should be protected from retaliation for their lawful decisions.

September 16, 2024
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