Petition Filed to Remove Kenyan Deputy Chief Justice

Kenya: Petition Filed to Remove Deputy Chief Justice Amidst Allegations of Constitutional Violations Nairobi, Kenya – A petition has been filed at the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) in Kenya, seeking the removal of Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu. The petition, filed by Belinda Egesa, alleges serious misconduct, including violations of the Kenyan constitution, gross misconduct, and incompetence. The JSC is currently reviewing the petition. The video shows footage of the court proceedings and interviews with Suleiman Bashir, Egesa's lawyer. Bashir stated, "The Deputy Chief Justice acted in excess of her mandate...this was a direct usurpation of the Chief Justice's constitutional role." The petition details several grounds for Mwilu's removal, including the unlawful empaneling of a High Court bench in October 2024. The video also shows the swearing-in of Justice Kithure Kindiki as the new Deputy Chief Justice, highlighting the urgency of the situation. The outcome of this petition will significantly impact the Kenyan judicial system. The JSC's decision will determine whether the allegations against Deputy Chief Justice Mwilu are substantiated, setting a precedent for future cases of judicial misconduct.