CJ Koome Calls On Courts To Maintain Neutrality In Order To Preserve Public Confidence

Chief Justice Martha Koome Urges Legal Professionals to Uphold Neutrality and Trust in the Judiciary

Key Points:

Chief Justice Martha Koome calls for neutrality in legal decisions.
Emphasis on maintaining public trust in the judiciary.
President William Ruto highlights the need for the judiciary to balance public and national interests.
Supreme Court celebrates 12 years with a three-day conference.

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Judiciary’s Commitment to Justice

Chief Justice and Supreme Court President Martha Koome has urged legal professionals to remain impartial in delivering justice. She emphasized that neutrality is essential to retaining public confidence in Kenya’s judicial system.

Speaking at the first-ever Supreme Court Conference in Nairobi, Koome reaffirmed the judiciary’s dedication to:

Upholding justice.
Adhering to constitutional values.
Ensuring the rule of law is maintained.

President Ruto’s Call for Clear Legal Interpretation

President William Ruto, who attended the conference, praised the Supreme Court as a symbol of integrity within the nation.

He highlighted the need for the judiciary to interpret the delicate balance between public interest and national priorities, ensuring clarity and fairness in legal matters.

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Celebrating 12 Years of the Supreme Court

The conference also marks a milestone in the history of Kenya’s Supreme Court, celebrating 12 years since its inception.

This three-day event aims to reflect on past achievements, current challenges, and future goals in strengthening Kenya’s justice system.