The Judicial Service Commission is considering petitions to remove its chair, Chief Justice Martha Koome and eight other judges.
JSC Vice Chairperson Isaac Rutto said they have received four petitions this year seeking the removal of nine judges presiding over cases at the Supreme Court and the High Court.
They were filed on January 10, 2024, and received by the commission on January 13, 2025. "The complaints filed will be dealt with in accordance with the processes and procedures developed and in compliance with the rule of law andFair Administrative Action Act," said Rutto.
He was joined by commissioners Omwanza Ombati, Everlyn Olwande, Antony Mrima, Selina Kisotu and Caroline Nzilani.