HAS THE JUDICIARY NO POWER OVER TOP GOVERNMENT OFFICERS?

Miguna Miguna's shoddy embarrassment by Kenyan police was one that made headlines  on  March 27.

The unfolding at the JKIA proved the police as barbaric implementers of the law. Following the melee, the Judiciary found Mr Miguna, inspector of police Joseph. K. Boinnet, chief immigration principal Gordon Kihalang'wa and Cs interior Matiangi all breachers of the law in one way or another.

The rational individuals were all set to appear atop the scaffold. However they violated a court order dated Wednesday March 28, 2018.

Judge Odunga went ahead on Thursday March 29, irked by the three government individuals excluding Mr. Miguna, to turn the attention of the Milimani law courts to Mr Boinnet and team's refusal to oblige by a court order.

Mr. Matiangi, inspector Boinnet and one Mr. Gordon Kihalang'wa were to appear before court in the morning of 29th March. Something they allegedly denounced, citing they were engaged at a particular GSU pass out ceremony. Albeit their absentia, the guys did send representatives to the courthouse in their stead.

Many at times impunity has  stood out as an act of the gentry, with top politicians and government officials refuting orders from the Judiciary wing of government without scruple whatsoever. Such issues ostensibly bring to light the issue of the amount of power the aforementioned arm of government possesses.

Who are these guys? Aren't the persons' under obligation to obey court orders just as any other common mwananchi? Are they immune? Why should a lay netizen be apprehended, arraigned before court and convicted amid stringent public prosecutors. And the same not done to politicians and top government affiliates?

" state officers cannot continue to act in contempt, going on with their own business while cat - walking on court orders."  Reiterated a soft-spoken judge Odunga at the Milimani.

The judge ordered Matiangi and allies to appear before the court on Thursday 29. Something the pro -government persons failed to honor.

" The three are hereby convicted accordingly and should appear before this court tomorrow at 10 am," Justice Odunga ruled.

According to Mr. Odunga, anyone who feels superior than the law is a criminal. By default, such individuals should face lethargic repercussions and have the Constitution deal with such accordingly.

"It is my considered view that those who disobey should face the consequences, and courts are empowered to uphold the rule of law," justice Odunga added citing it was not the first of instances Dr. Matiangi failed to abide by a court order, the latter having being penalized in the recent past for a similar misconduct.

Justice believes it is high time those who retaliate and violate the Kenyan Constitution are held to account.

Should it be taken that such guys are hotcakes. Untouchables. Invincibles, now that it appears they are close to the president. Now that the C.in.C is the one who appointed them, are they not vulnerable to the snares of the law?  Is it suffice to say they  follow no protocol whatsoever meriting to their sky high posts?

Lawyers representing the National Super Alliance sang an aubade of justice simultaneously with judge Odunga. One that condemns such uncouth behavior which Lampoons societal values and ethics. The lawyers led by  Siaya senator James Orengo held somewhat similar sentiments with the Judiciary personnel.

         Photo courtesy; interior Cs                             Matiang'i AFP.

In his own view, Mr Orengo categorically feels the "denouncers" should be charged 200,000 shillings each for such gross misconduct. He also opines that the guys who were slated for the chambers should have the monies drawn from their own pockets. Not from public funds. Such would make them feel the weight and pangs of their jittered actions, as well as act as a deterrent.

RAILA TAKES RISK TO AVERT BLOODSHED. AND GIDEON MOI IS PROUD OF THE GUY.

Gideon Moi, all smiles, believes that ex NASA chief Raila Odinga took one bold but ferocious step on matters national unity and cohesion.

This was after the latter's meeting with Uhuru Kenyatta at Harambee house that saw the face of Kenyan politics revitalized and sandwitched within tender sculpts of oneness and unity.

Raila Odinga welcomed humility to give up a long - persistent fight with Kenya's majority party alias government. His meeting with president Kenyatta was ostensibly used in  revamping friendship and burying  a hatchet that the  former prime minister and  current president  respectively had. Blocking way for a number of developments in our Kenya.

It is understood that both the lads were keen on reconciling and forgetting a rift brought by their fathers and which has stood since time in memorial.

" The formation we will have from 2022 going forward will be one of inclusivity and one that will foster unity while shaping Kenya's political landscape," said Gideon Moi.

The Baringo Senator believes Kenya shall be singing one aubade of unity. He affirms that unity is much vital as it concerns a state's progress. He also believes Raila's risk of toppling over to the other side of the political divide shall categorically harness peace and resolve conflicts amid reducing violent scenes we as Kenyans have suffered  and witnessed in the recent past.

" Unity is paramount going forward. We ought to speak unity, act unity, exercise unity at whatever cost. No longer shall we witness fights, violence and bloodshed capitulating from political divisions."

While appreciating Kenyans'  support through their continued prayers for his dad - former retired president Daniel Arap Moi on matters his health, Senator Gideon Moi extended a hand of support to whomever and whichever persons interested in fostering the nation's oneness and unity.

" I appreciate all who have not been forgetting my dad in prayers. We flew him to Israel for medical check up and his health is improving by day. Similarly, we in KANU are people who support others and support ideas. We support such efforts aimed at bringing on board all Kenyans despite their different political inclinations and where every citizen feels part of the Kenyan fabric,"  added Moi junior.

Senator said that KANU's ultimate prayer was that the path and direction charted by the president and 2017 National Super Alliance (NASA) flag bearer resorts to renewed patriotism in the foreseeable future as divided states cannot prosper.

" Where people are united, they can pull together in Nation building. The development is in line with KANU's ideals and philosophy of unity."  Senator Gideon spoke.

Notwithstanding, the Senator was quick in realising that national unity remains crucial in leading the nation towards its progress and prosperity.

"The deal will help heal the political fragmentations in the country so that Kenyans can move forward as one,"  said Gideon Moi.

He also sees the pact formed by Jubilee's Uhuru Kenyatta and Raila Odinga as one that will enhance social and economic growth while fostering a plain table on which development of this nation can be outlaid.

" The move will enable Kenyans attain both social and economic prosperity," reiterated the Baringo Senator.

The nation will for once focus on its development. We are done with the days when rabble's of young people would take to the streets. Fight  in capacity of supporters for their leaders sake. Shed a lot of blood, lose a lot of precious lives.

Do you for once fancy what the outcome would have been were Raila Odinga to remain adamant in pushing for the people's government? Do you think of the humongous stashes of bodies and scores of victims we would have witnessed without this two guys' intervention. And I call it divine intervention for that matter.

Photo courtesy; Senator Moi AFP.

Either way, the country has had a looming catastrophe averted. One that would have left us sorry and transfixed rather baffled.

WETANGULA VOWS TO AVENGE RAILA'S MISBEHAVIOR.

A melange of tender emotions engulfed the  collapsed National Super Alliance (NASA) with RAILA'S decision to join UHURUTO's Jubilee.

Revenge is a dish best served cold . This is the consoling proverb the remaining NASA co-associate principals have been left with. With their former chief misbehaving in a manner that provoked hot air within the the three orphaned allies in Wetangula, Mudavadi and Kalonzo Musyoka.

Wetangula said that the move by NASA ex- chief was ambiguous, uncouth, unorthodox and cringe- archaic.He alluded it to a shepherd who ran riot on his flock, mauling the sheep instead of protecting their interests.

" The sheep had been worried about the wolf in the bush but it ended up being eaten by the Shepherd," a rabble and sad Wetangula bemoaned while speaking in Chwele.

He reiterated that the remaining opposition leaders would not have their political careers subjected to jeopardy. Neither would they be left in a state of limbo by "God knows what"  type of traitor.

He added that  Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka, ANC's Musalia Mudavadi and himself  were prepared to barricade Raila's political footpaths and take him head on.

Raila's act to elude  the now crumbled NASA was in a bid to fend for his own selfish wants and interests. According to Wetangula, that Raila opted to attend a two- man meeting with president Kenyatta wasn't in capacity of NASA chief but as an ODM leader.

" We are going to make them uncomfortable and they are going to feel the discomfort. He has gone to Jubilee as ODM and not as NASA." An infuriated Moses muttered.

Privy, Raila called Wetangula and friends cowards for not attending the dummy -  presidency oath held at Uhuru Park on January 30.

Wetangula however terms the aforementioned allegations as an insult, unfounded and with no basis whatsoever since according to Moses, it was Raila who directed the other opposition leaders to hold fire, stay put and only come to the function as rescue team in case things went bad for the former prime minister.

" Them calling us cowards because we did not attend an oath that has no meaning is totally disrespectful. He told us to stay away and come to his rescue when things go bad but now, he has turned against us," Wetangula stipulated.

The " leftovers" of the NASA coalition affirm Raila was looking for non existent reasons to paint them in bad light.

The aforementioned pack of  opposition leaders, orphaned, believe Raila misbehaved and acted with no compunction whatsoever, adding that so many of Kenyans who were busy chanting pro- Raila slogans would feel not short of ashamed by Baba's traitor actions.

"The subsequent actions by our 2017 presidential candidate was wanting. Many people lost their lives; others injured while some lost property because they were fighting for his cause. Only for him to betray them,"  Wetangula added.

He firmly confirms that NASA leaders were never opposed to dialogue. That was something they were much willing to do and championed for.

Wetangula is now planning a political revanche. One that shall ostensibly be used to revamp and cement the place of the Luhya community in matters national politics and most especially on ballot in the foreseeable future.

" We now want to unite the Luhya community so that we move and speak with one voice and that our voice on ballot is heard and very well respected,"  Wetangula said amid a staunch seconding by Bungoma governor Wycliffe Wangamati.

          Photo courtesy;Wetangula and                          allies AFP.

It now baffles the political atmosphere. Which direction will the opposition take? Will the side remain robust in watchdogging the central government's activities. Will Wetangula, Kalonzo and Mudavadi be firm now that the guy who initially stood up to condemn government's misdeeds has now toppled to the other side of the political devide?

Talk less politics, deliver more on infrastracture- Uasin Gishu

Photo courtesy, Sugutek residents repairing An impassable section of a road

Uasin Gishu county has been making national headlines for all the wrong reasons.  Lead by outspoken county chief, Jackson Mandago and Kapseret lawmaker, Oscar Sudi the duo have formed a political tag team that not only drive the political agenda but sets political scores. A calm environment is yet to engulf the county as governorship succession talks, market evictions and Moi University vice chancellor politics took centre stage.   

“We shall cut all trees in Moi university if we have to if professor Kosgey isn’t appointed vice chancellor" this were the words of one Mr Oscar Sudi, Kapseret MP. This was in a much beefed- up ambition to refute appointment of Prof Laban. P. Ayiro as the acting VC Moi University. Led by governor Mandago in defending ‘the son of the soil’ by claiming Prof. Kosgey clinched first place in the interview, scoring 76% compared to Ayiro's 70%.This opened up the Pandoras box, raising more questions than answers; were they part of the interviewing panel now that they seemed to know who emerged position what? A clear indication of the hidden hand of politics in the Vice Chancellor’s succession which was brought to a conclusive end last week with the appointment of Prof. Kosgey

While the leaders have been busy politicking, the state of infrastructure in the region is deplorable. It has been the point of weakness in most of the interior parts of Uasin Gishu. 

The smooth Eldoret-Nakuru highway shouldn’t be used as a point of reference on matters infrastructure since it’s under the Kenya National Highways Authority ( KENHA), under supervision of the national government.

Places likes Chebarus, Sugutek, Kesses, Lesos and Moi University main campus stage area categorically are blossoming with deplorable roads. The road networks linking remote areas are impassable courtesy of potholes, rugged terrain, muddy slippery loose-surfaces ; this has dire ramifications on business.

Residents of Kesses constituency have bemoaned the poor state of their roads for long. It beats logic how leaders talk politics while overlooking such a situation;  which should be top of their manifesto.

The situation in and around Moi University Main campus is no different. Students have to get used to the constant mid-air balancing to move from one point to another across slippery surfaces during rainy seasons  

Speaking at a past UN International Anti - corruption Day at Nandi Park, governor Mandago reiterated that the county government  has put in place unprecedented measures to wipe out corruption. What of infrastructure Mr. Governor? Any plans?

According William Kogo, a MU 84 sacco driver “the matatu industry suffers low returns during rainy spells with limited trips and a lot of wear and tear increasing our operation costs thus reducing our profit margins, the county government should spread their development tentacles here residents since Tulwet, Kapserton, Koisagat are also part of this society" He said.

Cheptiret-Moi University road has been in a sorry state for a good number of years with numerous potholes. Whenever the County delegates are queried on the issue, they shift the blame to the national government claiming the road belongs to KENHA not the county government

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Development of the road networks would certainly improve economic activities in the region opening the vast unexplored hinterland revamping the economic status of Uasin Gishu dwell less in politics in the foreseeable future. Thank you.