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JSC Issues Way Forward on Removal of CK Koome and 6 Other Judges

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has issued the way forward for the removal of Chief Justice Martha Koome and six other Supreme Court judges. 

In a statement on Thursday, January 16, JSC acknowledged the receipt of a petition dated January 10, 2025, by Nelson Havi against the Judges of the Supreme Court.

The judges named include Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, Justice Mohammed Ibrahim, Justice Dr. Smokin Wanjala, and Lady Justice Njoki Ndungu. 

Also, Justice Isaac Lenaola and Justice William Ouko are on the list. 

According to JSC, the petitions are at various stages of processing.

President William Ruto and Chief Justice Martha Koome pose for a photo with twenty High Court Judges who took their Oaths of Office on May 24, 2024. PHOTO/JSC.
President William Ruto and Chief Justice Martha Koome pose for a photo with twenty High Court Judges who took their Oaths of Office on May 24, 2024. PHOTO/JSC.

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JSC Received 935 Petitions Against Judges

At the same time, the commission indicated that between 2011 and 2024, it received 935 petitions. 

Out of all the petitions, 862 have been finalized, and 12 petitions have been forwarded to the President with recommendations for the formation of a tribunal for the removal of the judges. 

On the other hand, 73 petitions are at various stages of processing.

Moreover, in 2025 alone, the Commission has so far received five petitions for the removal of judges from office raising allegations of gross misconduct and misbehaviour.


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A petition dated January 10, 2025, filed by Nelson Havi against Justice Alfred Mabeya, Judge of the High Court, raising allegations of gross misconduct and misbehaviour has been received. 

Also, a petition dated December 16, 2024, by Edwin Harold Dande against Justice Alfred Mabeya, Judge of the High Court, raising allegations of gross misconduct and misbehaviour. The petition was received on 18th December 2024.

A petition dated January 10, 2025, by Nelson Havi against Justice Lucas Lepere Naikuni, Judge of the High Court, raising allegations of incompetence in discharging judicial duties. The petition was received on 13th January 2025.

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Lunch of the 2022/2023 State of the Judiciary and the Administration of Justice Report and the Judiciary’s 10-year Strategic Social Transformation through Access to Justice (STAJ) Blueprint 2023-2033 at the Supreme Court this morning.
A photo of Kenya advocates. PHOTO/JSC

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Joy Kwama

Mercy Joy Kwama is a News Reporter at The Kenya Times who is dedicated to the art of storytelling and truth-telling and changing narratives. She has covered diverse topics including politics, social justice, environmental issues, climate change, and entertainment. Mercy is particularly driven to amplify the voices of African communities and challenge the prevailing status quo. She is a graduate of Riara University with a degree in Communications and Multimedia Journalism and is well-equipped to navigate the complex landscape of news reporting. In her spare time, Mercy likes to pick up new skills including crocheting, gardening, dance, reading, and music. She can be reached at joy.kwama@thekenyatimes.com

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