The Judiciary has issued a stern warning to former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju over his recent public comments regarding his ongoing legal battle with the East African Development Bank (EADB).
In a statement, the Judiciary cautioned Tuju against making remarks that could undermine public confidence in the courts, emphasizing that judicial processes must be respected. This comes after Tuju accused five Supreme Court judges, led by Chief Justice Martha Koome, of unfairly recusing themselves from his case, effectively delaying its hearing until 2036.
Tuju, who is entangled in a dispute over a 27-acre piece of land in Karen, has claimed that the judiciary is denying him justice. He has also questioned the motive behind the judges’ recusal, alleging bias in favor of EADB.
The Judiciary, however, maintained that judicial officers make decisions based on law and evidence, not external pressure. It urged parties involved in legal disputes to refrain from making inflammatory statements and to allow due process to take its course.
Despite the warning, Tuju remains adamant that he has been treated unfairly. His case continues to spark debate on judicial independence and access to justice in Kenya.
