The Chief Justice Martha Koome, has been accused of being implicit and the one doing the State's bid, by ensuring Judges who have made rulings against the Government are transferred.
Speaking through her official X page on Monday, the 16th of March, vocal Mt. Kenya Politician, Hon. Martha Karua, has also poked holes into the decision and raised serious questions and concerns......To Read the WHOLE STORY CLICK HERE
The Judiciary has consistently framed these as routine administrative decisions aimed at enhancing efficiency and ensuring equitable distribution of judicial resources. Official statements emphasize that transfers help fill vacancies in high-demand divisions like Constitutional & Human Rights or Criminal Divisions.
However, questions have arisen over whether some transfers stem from controversial rulings or ignored court orders, rather than purely operational needs. Media reports highlight growing scrutiny, with some viewing the moves as potential penalties or signals amid tensions between the Judiciary and the Executive.
Martha Karua's Criticism
Martha Karua, a respected senior counsel and former Minister for Justice, has been among those expressing reservations. In recent commentary, she cautioned against actions that could shake public confidence in the courts, stating that when courts become perceived as arenas of "hot air instead of justice," trust is undermined—even when individual judges are praised for their work.
Karua's remarks appear tied to broader concerns about judicial independence, especially in a context where transfers follow high-profile cases or political pressures. While she has historically defended the Judiciary's role (including in past election petitions), her intervention here aligns with calls for transparency in how such decisions are made to avoid perceptions of interference or favoritism.