Maraga Makes Surprise Appearance During Swearing-In Of 6 Judges At State House
Former Chief Justice David Maraga made a surprise appearance during the swearing-in ceremony of the six judges at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, September 14.
The event was witnessed by President William Ruto, who appointed the judges on Tuesday, September 13 after being sworn in.
The oath of office was administered by the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Anne Amadi in an event that was also graced by members of the Judicial Service Commission – JSC.
Four judges including Aggrey Muchelule, Wednon Korir, Prof Joel Ngugi, and George Odunga were sworn in as court of appeal judges while Evans Makori Kiago and Judith Cheruiyot Omange Elizabeth took the oath of office as judges of the Environment and Land Court.
The emeritus CJ was asked to join President Ruto, his deputy Rigathi Gachahua, Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy CJ Philomena Mwilu and the new judges during a photo session.
“We have challenges in the time taken to conclude corruption and commercial cases, I request the Judiciary to support our administration in ensuring that corruption, commercial and land cases are adjudicated and concluded in a timely manner,” Ruto said.
He added, “I’m aware that there’s need for us to support the Judiciary and in supporting the Judiciary we can’t only dispense justice but also make justice less complicated and more accessible… It is important that we have an efficient, independent Judiciary.”
