In a bold legal move, FIDA Kenya has filed a petition at the Milimani High Court seeking the removal of all sitting Supreme Court Judges. The petition, which has already sparked nationwide debate, directly challenges the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), questioning the integrity and competence of the highest court in the land.
FIDA Kenya, a leading organization championing women’s rights and judicial accountability, alleges that the Supreme Court has failed in its mandate to uphold justice and has consistently exhibited bias, misconduct, and lack of transparency in its recent rulings.
The organization argues that the collective conduct of the judges has eroded public confidence in the judiciary, necessitating their removal to restore trust and credibility in the institution.
The Judicial Service Commission, the body responsible for overseeing the conduct of judges, has yet to issue a formal response to the petition.
Legal experts say that the case presents serious constitutional and political implications, as the removal of all Supreme Court judges would create an unprecedented vacancy in Kenya’s highest court.
Public reactions have been mixed. Some Kenyans support FIDA’s petition, citing dissatisfaction with recent Supreme Court decisions, while others view the move as extreme and potentially destabilizing for the country’s judicial system.
The High Court is expected to set a hearing date soon. Meanwhile, the case continues to attract attention from legal practitioners, civil society, and the general public
By Kenyans