The Labour Court has certified as urgent a lawsuit challenging President William Ruto's recent appointment of former governors of Laikipia and Murang'a, along with two other politicians, to various state positions.
Justice Jemimah Keli, however, declined a request from Nakuru doctor Magare Gikenyi, along with two other citizens, to suspend the appointments of former Laikipia Governor Ndiritu Muriithi, former Murang'a Governor Mwangi wa Iria, former Senate Deputy Speaker Kembi Gitura, and KRA chairman Antony Mwaura, pending hearing. "The application is certified as urgent.
The parties to appear for an inter partes hearing on January 16, 2025, before court 1," Justice Keli ordered.
Additionally, the court has directed the Public Service Commission, the Attorney General, and the appointees to respond to the lawsuit within seven days.
