Omtatah Issues Ultimatum to Ruto
Omtatah Issues Ultimatum to Ruto
Omtatah Issues Ultimatum to Ruto
Senator Okiya Omtatah of Busia has disclosed his intention to bring legal action against President William Ruto for his persistent criticism of the judiciary.The senator clarified to the media on Friday that the President had gone too far in interfering with the Judiciary’s business.
In addition to pursuing legal action in court, the activist threatened to support Ruto’s impeachment if he did not withdraw his comments, which he claimed damaged the judiciary’s reputation.I am attempting to have my statement recorded by the police. On January 31, 2024, I will travel to Kisii to handle the matter, which has been moved from Nairobi,” he said in further detail.
“I think it’s a significant accusation because the people, not he, profit from the judiciary’s independence. When the judge acts impartially, the people win.””So this is something close to my heart and I would be asking that the President withdraws his statement or I’ll build a file for him to leave office and deal with him,” the senator stated to KTN News.
Omtatah praised the judges for their rulings on Friday, which included declaring the Housing Levy void and preventing the National Police Service (NPS) from sending officers to Haiti.He stated that a nation’s ability to thrive depends on the judiciary’s independence.”
The citizens of this country were given primacy by the judiciary. The public interest would not be served if we permit this law—which has been ruled unconstitutional—to remain in effect, he continued.Omtatah is well known for her advocacy of Kenyans’ rights on social issues and government policies.
He was one of the respondents who brought the lawsuit, claiming the Housing Levy was illegal and had no validity.Article 145 of the Constitution, on the other hand, describes the procedure for impeaching a President and requires the approval of two-thirds of the National Assembly and the Senate. Ruto currently holds the majority in both chambers. Impeachment of a sitting president may also occur due to flagrant constitutional violations or transgressions against international law.
