LSK Announces Nationwide Protests After Ruto’s Remarks
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The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called on its members to protest against President Ruto’s attack on the Judiciary next week
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called on its members to protest against President Ruto’s attack on the Judiciary next week.
In a press briefing on Wednesday, LSK criticised the president’s remarks, faulting him for linking the courts to cartels.
LSK Vice President Faith Odhiambo asked LSK members to don purple ribbons to show solidarity with the Judiciary and condemn the Head of State.
“We call upon all members of the Law Society of Kenya starting next week to don purple ribbons throughout the week and join in peaceful protests countrywide,” said Odhiambo.
She added, “This will be organized by the Law Society and we will communicate working hand in hand with our branches that we support the rule of law and also in solidarity with the Judiciary. We must not allow our constitution to suffer.”
Earlier, the Kenya Judges and Magistrates Association also called out Ruto over the matter.
KMJA mentioned that attacking the Judiciary for that which it is mandated to do by the Constitution is contemptuous and an abuse of the Constitution and the people of Kenya.
“By disobeying the Court Orders, the President is disobeying the very Constitution which he swore to protect and uphold by trampling upon the independence of the Judiciary,” read part of the statement from the association.
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“The rule of law envisages that where any party is not satisfied with the decision made by a Court, such party ought to exercise the right of appeal. Where such a party has been bestowed with public trust, they could even approach Parliament to put in place laws that are in tandem with our Constitutional values and principles.”
“The Judges and Judicial Officers assure all Kenyans that they shall continue to remain faithful to their oaths of office while performing the sacred duty of interpreting, applying and enforcing the law,” KMJA stated.
The association further called on Kenyans to stand up and protect the Constitution and the independence of the Judiciary.
“Through the Judiciary, disputes are resolved, laws are interpreted, and justice is administered. Any assault on the Judiciary or attempts to undermine its integrity can heavily impact our democracy,” KMJA added.
President Ruto on Tuesday accused some Judicial officials of being beneficiaries of graft and sabotaging his legacy projects, Universal Health Care and Affordable Housing.
“Our Judiciary, we respect you but judicial impunity by corrupt judicial officers must stop in Kenya…we’ll stop it and whatever it takes,” said Ruto.
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