The State House stands behind President Ruto in his remarks about the judiciary, saying the push for judicial reforms is unstoppable.

 The state house condemned the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) for criticizing and attempting to advise the Head of State on judicial independence and constitutionalism.

PHOTO | COURTESY President Ruto and Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed

This comes after LSK President Eric Theuri pushed President Ruto to retract his remarks on the judiciary in a press conference on Wednesday, pledging to take to the streets for peaceful protests the following week.

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State House then stated, through Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, that the advice from LSK was unnecessary because the President has constantly observed the rule of law and respected court judgments, including concerning his pet affordable housing project.

Another example of President Ruto following the law was his appointment of judges who had been denied appointment by the previous government as his first item of business upon taking office.

PHOTO | COURTESY Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed

“We, however, agree with the Law Society of Kenya that Executive impunity is unacceptable. However, legislative impunity, by its own measure, is also unacceptable and so is judicial impunity,” he stated.

“As a believer in the Constitution, President Ruto recognises the imperative to lead by example in defending our constitutional values. This includes shielding innocent citizens from judicial misconduct perpetrated by corrupt officers colluding with vested interests.”

PHOTO | COURTESY Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed

“Corruption, whether within the Judiciary, the Executive or the Legislature and, indeed, among the general public, must not find refuge behind the shield of judicial independence. It is our duty to expose and hold accountable those who engage in corrupt practices, whoever they may be and wherever they are.” he added.

According to the State House Spokesperson, it would violate the President's oath of office and betray the people's mandate to allow corruption and impunity to block their dreams and aspirations.