It was a big win for the Butere Girls High School drama team after the High Court ordered the School Principal to recall 50 drama students and facilitate their participation in the National Drama Festivals, set to begin on April 7, 2025, in Nakuru County.
The ruling follows a controversial decision by Chief Principal Jennipher Omondi, who sent the students home after allegedly receiving a directive from State House to bar their play, Echoes of War, from the competition. The play, which highlights the struggles of young people globally, was reportedly deemed inappropriate as it could embarrass First Lady Rachael Ruto, an alumnus of the school.
Justice Fridah Okwany ruled in favour of the petitioner, ordering the school to reinstate the students and allow them to compete. "This matter is coming up on 3rd April 2025 for directions on the Notice of Motion dated 2nd April 2025 before Honorable Justice W.
Okwany.
