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  • Lawyer Ahmednasir Ranks Ruto Performance At A+ After 2 Years in Office

    Lawyer Ahmednasir Ranks Ruto Performance At A+ After 2 Years in Office

    Senior Counsel offers mixed scorecard for President’s performance, praising economic and development achievements while highlighting governance concerns

    Prominent lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi has delivered a comprehensive assessment of President William Ruto’s administration after two years and eight months in office, painting a picture of significant achievements alongside concerning shortcomings in key governance areas.

    The Senior Counsel, known for his candid political commentary, took to social media on Saturday to offer his evaluation of the President’s performance across various sectors.

    His assessment reveals a tale of two presidencies – one excelling in economic management and development initiatives, and another struggling with fundamental governance principles.

    According to Ahmednasir’s scorecard, President Ruto has demonstrated exceptional leadership in most policy areas, earning grades between B+ and A+.

    The lawyer’s praise encompasses the administration’s handling of economic recovery, infrastructure development, and various other governmental functions that have marked the President’s tenure since taking office in September 2022.

    However, the assessment takes a sharp turn when examining what Ahmednasir considers the administration’s most challenging areas.

    The lawyer awarded significantly lower grades, ranging from D- to C-, for the government’s performance in governance structures, rule of law implementation, relationships with judicial institutions, and anti-corruption efforts.

    The critique becomes particularly pointed when addressing the administration’s approach to judicial independence, specifically mentioning concerns about the treatment of what he refers to as “JurisPESA judges.”

    This reference appears to relate to ongoing tensions between the executive and certain judicial officers, reflecting broader concerns about the separation of powers under the current administration.

    Despite these harsh grades in specific areas, Ahmednasir acknowledged the President’s commitment to improvement, noting that Ruto is “working very hard on these low grades, day and night.”

    The lawyer went further, revealing his personal involvement in supporting the President’s efforts to address these deficiencies, particularly in matters relating to judicial reforms.

    This mixed evaluation comes at a critical juncture for the Ruto administration as it approaches the halfway mark of its first term.

    The President has outlined ambitious economic plans for 2025, with expectations of increased investment and manufacturing sector expansion that could validate some of the positive grades in Ahmednasir’s assessment.

    Recent economic indicators suggest a complex picture that aligns with the lawyer’s nuanced evaluation.

    Growth projections for 2025 stand at 5-5.5%, while consumer spending power has reportedly increased by 24% compared to pre-pandemic levels.

    These figures may explain the high marks Ahmednasir awarded for economic performance, even as governance concerns persist.

    The assessment carries particular weight given Ahmednasir’s prominence in Kenya’s legal and political circles.

    The Senior Counsel has maintained a complex relationship with various administrations, often serving as both supporter and critic depending on government actions.

    His willingness to praise achievements while sharply criticizing failures reflects the kind of independent analysis that political observers value.

    The timing of this evaluation is also significant as political commentators and the public begin looking ahead to the 2027 elections.

    Performance assessments like Ahmednasir’s often serve as early indicators of how key influencers view an administration’s trajectory and electoral prospects.

    The areas identified for improvement in Ahmednasir’s scorecard – governance, rule of law, judicial independence, and anti-corruption efforts – represent some of the most fundamental aspects of democratic governance.

    These concerns echo broader public discourse about the administration’s approach to institutional independence and accountability mechanisms.

    As the Ruto administration continues into its third year, the challenge will be addressing these governance concerns while maintaining the momentum in areas where it has performed well.

    The lawyer’s assessment suggests that while the government has succeeded in many policy areas, its legacy may ultimately be determined by how it handles the fundamental questions of democratic governance and institutional respect.

  • Supreme Court Judge Accused in Ksh 6 Million Bribery Scandal

    Supreme Court Judge Accused in Ksh 6 Million Bribery Scandal

    Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi alias Grand Mullah has dropped a bombshell claim by threatening to expose the details of what he claims is a brazen act of corruption involving a Supreme Court judge.

    Taking on X, Abdullahi alleges that the judge solicited a Ksh 6 million bribe to sway a Court of Appeal case, only to fail to deliver the promised outcome and then refuse to refund Ksh 4 million already paid.

    This explosive revelation has ignited fresh concerns about the integrity of Kenya’s apex court.

    According to Abdullahi, the scandal unfolded about a month ago when a lawyer and their client met with the unnamed Supreme Court judge.

    The trio discussed a pending case before a three-judge Court of Appeal bench, with judgment imminent.

    The judge allegedly boasted of their influence, claiming that two of the three appellate judges were “his/her judges” and could be swayed to deliver a favorable ruling.

    For this illicit service, the judge demanded Ksh 6 million, Ksh 4 million upfront as a deposit and Ksh 2 million upon delivery of the judgment.

    The lawyer and client, persuaded by the judge’s assurances, paid the Ksh 4 million deposit.

    However, the scheme unraveled when the Court of Appeal delivered its judgment days later, and the bribe-givers lost the case.

    Abdullahi claims the Supreme Court judge failed to “speak to” the two appellate judges as promised.

    Lawyer Ahmednasir’s Abdulahi.
    Lawyer Ahmednasir Abdulahi.

    Furious, they confronted the judge, demanding a refund of the Ksh 4 million. The judge allegedly refused to return the money.

    What followed was a tense standoff.

    Abdullahi says the lawyer and client, feeling defrauded, are now threatening to recover the funds “by force/physically.”

    The situation, he warns, is “about to escalate.”

    Abdullahi further claims he was approached to publicize the incident to pressure the judge into refunding the money.

    “Please judge, kindly refund the Ksh 4 million for many people know about the incident,” he wrote, suggesting a broader circle of insiders aware of the scandal.

    Abdullahi’s doesn’t stop at exposing the alleged corruption.

    He challenges Chief Justice Martha Koome and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), offering to share “the details” of the incident if they demonstrate genuine commitment to tackling judicial corruption. “I’m sure CJ Koome is aware of this,” he asserts, suggesting the allegations may already be an open secret within judicial circles.

    This isn’t Abdullahi’s first clash with the Supreme Court.

    In January 2024, the court banned him and his law firm from appearing before it, citing his relentless criticism of its judges.

    Abdullahi, along with other prominent lawyers like Nelson Havi, has since led a vocal campaign against alleged corruption in the judiciary, accusing Koome and her colleagues of incompetence and misconduct.

    The ban prompted petitions to oust all seven Supreme Court judges, fueling a bitter feud that now finds fresh ammunition in this bribery saga.

    The allegations paint a troubling picture of a judiciary where justice is allegedly for sale, with judges wielding their influence improperly.

    The claim that a Supreme Court judge could confidently promise to influence a Court of Appeal ruling only to keep the payment without delivering raises serious questions about the integrity of Kenya’s legal system.

    If true, the incident suggests a potential network of complicity, with the judge’s reference to “my judges” hinting at deeper, systemic issues.

    Legal circles are now abuzz with speculation about the judge’s identity and the case in question.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • Shocking Revelation: Nelson Havi Claims CJ Koome and Top Judges Took Sh4B Bribe from Uhuru

    Shocking Revelation: Nelson Havi Claims CJ Koome and Top Judges Took Sh4B Bribe from Uhuru

    Former LSK President Alleges Widespread Corruption in Kenya’s Supreme Court

    Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi has intensified his campaign against the Supreme Court of Kenya, alleging that judges were bribed with over Sh4 billion by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

    In a bold statement on Sunday, Havi claimed that Chief Justice Martha Koome and three other Supreme Court judges received Sh4 billion in bribes.

    “We need to go live on X to expose how the bribe was given to Koome and Njoki by a Jubilee operative, to Wanjala by a Nyanza MP, and to another judge by a governor. Let the four disgraced judges return the Sh4 billion they took from Uhuru Kenyatta. That was unjust enrichment,” Havi posted, tagging fellow lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi. Both lawyers have been vocal critics of the country’s top court.

    Havi’s allegations of judicial corruption did not stop there. He further claimed that Sh300 million was “disbursed” as a bribe in a case where Geo Chem Middle East Limited was awarded Sh2.3 billion on December 18, 2020, against the Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) for breach of contract.

    According to Havi, the bribery tip came from a judge who was not part of the bench hearing the case.

    “A Supreme Court judge who did not sit on this bench has confirmed to us that Sh300 million was disbursed for the assignment on Kenya Bureau of Standards. That is why the judges who went to court do not want the other judge to spill the beans on them,” he posted.

    The award was reinstated by Justices Philomena Mwilu, Mohamed Ibrahim, Smokin Wanjala, Njoki Ndung’u, and Isaac Lenaola on December 18, 2020.

    Ahmednasir’s Claims of Bribery in the Supreme Court

    Ahmednasir Abdullahi has also made explosive claims of corruption in the Supreme Court. In a suit filed before the East African Court of Justice, where he is challenging a ban imposed on him by the Kenyan Supreme Court, Abdullahi has lifted the lid on alleged widespread corruption in the apex court.

    In his suit, Abdullahi argues that the Supreme Court unlawfully denied him an audience based on a “judge-made offense” intended to silence his public criticism of corruption in the judiciary. He also claims that the ban was imposed following an exchange of WhatsApp messages among members of the Supreme Court bench.

    Abdullahi is seeking Sh200 million in legal fees from taxpayers, which he claims he would have earned from cases he was hired to handle but were stalled due to the ban.

    How Supreme Court Judges Were Allegedly Bribed

    Supreme Court judges (from left) Isaac Lenaola, Dr Smokin Wanjala, Philomena Mwilu, Chief Justice Martha Koome, Mohamed Ibrahim, Njoki Ndung’u and William Ouko.

    The most striking part of Abdullahi’s petition is his detailed account of how judges were allegedly bribed to influence the outcome of the 2022 presidential petition.

    In the court documents seen by Kenya Insights, Abdullahi claims that four out of the seven Supreme Court judges were paid between $1.5 million and $2 million (Sh200 million to Sh266 million) each to overturn William Ruto’s election victory, which had been challenged by Raila Odinga. However, the judges were unable to influence the verdict, which upheld Ruto’s win on September 5, 2022.

    Abdullahi provides a blow-by-blow account of how the bribes were allegedly delivered:
    – Judge A accepted a bribe delivered at their Nairobi home by a powerful politician.
    – Judge B accepted bribes from three individuals: the son of a deceased leader, a retired governor, and an influential businesswoman.
    – Judge C took a bribe from a member of the National Intelligence Service (NIS) who later left the service.
    – Judge D accepted a bribe from a member of Parliament. Initially, Judge D wanted the bribe to be given to their wife but later changed their mind.

    Historical Corruption Allegations

    Lawyer Ahmednasir’s Abdulahi.

    Abdullahi also referenced past corruption scandals involving Supreme Court judges as part of his evidence. He cited the case of Justice Phillip Tunoi, who was accused of taking a $2 million bribe to influence an election petition. Tunoi was found guilty and dismissed by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

    He also mentioned the Panama Papers, which alleged that Justice Kalpana Rawal, Kenya’s second Deputy Chief Justice, and her husband operated offshore companies in the Caribbean, a notorious tax haven. The offshore companies were reportedly used to sell properties in the UK worth millions of shillings.

    Abdullahi further highlighted an incident where the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) recommended an investigation into Justice Jackton Ojwang over allegations that he received favors from then-Migori Governor Okoth Obado in exchange for influencing a case. However, a tribunal led by Justice Visram cleared Ojwang of misconduct.

    Additionally, Abdullahi referenced a petition filed at the JSC by Jared Ongeri, seeking the removal of Justices Mohammed Ibrahim, Jackton Ojwang, Smokin Wanjala, and Njoki Ndung’u for allegedly taking bribes to influence the outcome of the Wajir Governor election petition.

    He also mentioned the case of Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, who was arrested and charged with corruption and economic crimes, including tax evasion and abuse of office. Although the charges were upheld in a constitutional reference, her prosecution was quashed after a court ruled that her privacy was violated during the evidence-gathering process.

    Supreme Court Judges Fight to Keep Their Jobs

    Amid the bribery accusations, Supreme Court judges are fighting to retain their positions as the JSC considers petitions for their removal. The JSC is set to reconvene on Tuesday, with the proposed removal of seven Supreme Court judges, including Chief Justice Martha Koome, topping the agenda.

    The meeting will be chaired by the Commission’s vice-chairperson, Isaac Rutto, and attended by nine members. However, CJ Koome and Justice Mohammed Ibrahim, who are among the defendants in the ouster petitions, will not attend.

    Last Friday, CJ Koome led the judges in suing the JSC, rejecting the disciplinary proceedings and warning of a looming constitutional crisis if the judges are suspended. She argued that only the Supreme Court has the jurisdiction to determine the validity of presidential elections, state emergencies, and the removal of judges.

    “No other person or authority is authorized to carry out the constitutional functions specifically designated to the Supreme Court. Suspending the judges would deprive Kenyans of their fundamental rights,” Koome stated in court filings.

    The complaints against the judges were filed by former Cabinet Minister Raphael Tuju’s Dari Limited and lawyers Nelson Havi and Christopher Rosana, alleging misconduct, misbehavior, and incompetence.

    Lawyer Nelson Havi.

    While Tuju’s complaint involves a commercial dispute with the East African Development Bank, Havi and Rosana’s complaints stem from the Supreme Court’s decision to ban lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi over his social media posts criticizing the judiciary.

    The judges were expected to respond to the complaints by February 24, 2025, but instead sought conservatory orders to halt the proceedings. Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu also filed a preliminary objection, contesting the JSC’s authority to entertain the petitions.

    Interestingly, Havi previously represented Mwilu in a separate case where she faced allegations of misconduct related to dealings with a bank. She was later cleared by the court.

    As the battle between the judiciary and its critics intensifies, Kenya faces a potential constitutional crisis, with the integrity of its highest court hanging in the balance.

  • Blow To Ahmednasir’s Law Firm Clients As Supreme Court Reiterates The Ban Still Effective

    Blow To Ahmednasir’s Law Firm Clients As Supreme Court Reiterates The Ban Still Effective

    The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to hear a case from the law firm of Ahmednasir Abdullahi saying that the ban they issued last year is still in effect.

    The judges declined to hear a lawyer from the firm of Abdullahi’s law saying that the ban against the Senior Counsel and his legal team from appearing before it is still effective.

    Last year in January all judges of the Supreme Court recused themselves from hearing any case involving the firm or its representatives.

    Chief Justice Martha Koome the president of the court reiterated to the lawyer who had appeared before them that the ban remains effective.

    She emphasized that no members of the firm could proceed in representing clients before the Supreme Court unless the ban is lifted.

    “We made a decision last year, January, where all the judges of this court recused themselves from hearing any matter from the firm of Ahmednasir or his employees or any other person holding brief for the firm. The reasons for recusal were cited in that matter. So when the matter was called out this morning, we noted that the firm of Ahmednasir is still on record,” Koome said.

    The court has now directed the client-petitioner to indicate how she wished her case to proceed and be determined, given the constraints imposed by the ban.

    “We direct the Registrar to issue a notice to the petitioner to appear within 14 days to indicate how she wishes to proceed with the matter in the event that she has not dealt with presentation the order of stay issued will stand vacated automatically,”court directed.

    Client’s case

    Lawyer Asli Osman on Tuesday pleaded with the apex court to allow the law firm to argue a landmark case on whether children born out of wedlock in Muslim set-ups should be allowed to inherit from their fathers.

    However, Chief Justice Martha Koome, her deputy Philomena Mwilu, Justices Mohamed Ibrahim, Smokin Wanjala, Isaac Lenaola, Njoki Ndung’u and William Ouko unanimously rejected Osman’s plea.

    In a ruling read by Justice Koome, the seven judges declared that if Fatuma fails to appear within the time limit, the orders issued stopping Rose Faith Mwawasi and Judith Malele Mwawasi from demanding part of the wealth left by Mombasa tycoon Salim Juma Hakeem will lapse.

    Fatuma moved to the Supreme Court after Court of Appeal Judges Gatembu Kairu, Pauline Nyamweya and George Odunga unanimously agreed that despite religion abhorring sex before marriage, it is unfair to sideline children born from such escapades when their fathers die.

    Islamic law dictates that where a child has been born out of a marriage, he or she can only inherit from the mother and not the father.

    However, Justices Kairu, Nyamweya and Odunga were of the view that the rights of a child supersede one’s marital status.

    According to them, there is no rational justification to prove that a child born in a marriage has a higher claim to wealth than one who is born outside matrimony.

    “To deny children born out of wedlock the benefit which accrues to other children born in wedlock on the basis of the alleged “sins” committed by their parents, in our view cannot be justified since it would mean that this court would be adopting “hurtful discrimination and stereotypical response” to a clear case of discrimination,” ruled the bench headed by Justice Kairu.

    “It is our view that culture that is harmful to a child in the sense that denies such a child his or her otherwise right to parental care and protection on the ground of marital status of the father and the mother cannot be countenanced,” the Judges ruled

    At the heart of the case was the wealth left by Mombasa tycoon Salim Juma Hakeem.  Juma died without a will on February 23, 2015 in Tanzania.

  • Havi Files Petition For The Removal Of CJ Koome, Supreme Court Judges

    Havi Files Petition For The Removal Of CJ Koome, Supreme Court Judges

    Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi has sustained his onslaught on the Judiciary and is now calling for the removal of Chief Justice Martha Koome and all the Supreme Court judges.

    Havi filed a petition to the Judiciary Service Commission (JSC) and urged the Commission to compel President William Ruto to form a tribunal and begin the process of firing the seven, accusing them of gross misconduct.

    According to Havi, there is reasonable apprehension in the legal fraternity and the general public that the recent practice of the Supreme Court of Kenya entertaining and determining appeals from the Court of Appeal on civil and commercial matters where colossal amounts of money is involved but which have no novel question of general public importance, is motivated by corruption.

    “I swear this Affidavit in support of the complaint against Justices Martha Karambu Koome, Philomena Mbete Mwilu, Mohammed Khadar Ibrahim, (Dr) Smokin C Wanjala, Njoki Ndungu, Isaac Lenaola and William Ouko and ask that the Judicial Service Commission recommends to the President of the Republic of Kenya the formation of a Tribunal to remove the Judges from office,” part of the affidavit read.

    Lost confidence

    Havi claims that there is a general consensus in the legal fraternity within the country that “the public has lost confidence in the Supreme Court as a result of its decisions.”

    “The Chief Justice of the Republic of Kenya and judges of the Supreme Court like Ceaser’s wife, ought not to even be under suspicion of corruption,” he says.

    Among the complaints he has listed concerning CJ Koome is the lack of leadership and direction as expected of a Chief Justice, especially compared to former CJ Evans Gicheru.

    “Unlike Honourable Mr Justice Evans Gicheru, Honourable Lady Justice Martha Karambu Koome has failed to provide leadership and direction for the Supreme Court of Kenya and the entire Judiciary,” his statement read.

    Havi claims that he has come to believe allegations made by  Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi that four of the Supreme Court judges had been bribed in their handling of the presidential election  petition.

    “I have demonstrated with instances herein above, how the seven judges of the Supreme Court have purported to enact laws to suit their interests, curtail and limit fundamental rights and freedoms, alter legal doctrines and principles, constituted themselves claimants in causes and proceeded to adjudicate those cause in disregard of trite law and express  constitutional and statutory provisions knowing well that there is no repreive to their unlawful actions and decisions,” he says.

    Determines appeal

    Havi also says the recent practice  by the Supreme Court to entertain and determines appeals from the Court of Appeal on civil and commercial matters involving colossal sums of money have left fears of  their possible involvement in corruption.

    “I do not understand what would motivate Judges of the Supreme Court if not corruption, to relegate themselves to the level of a Taxing Officer and start determining the quantum of instruction fees , a matter where no novel question of public importance is involved,” he states.

    He cites the case of Kenya Airports Authority versus Otieno Ragot and Company Advocates (2024) eKLR where Justices Koome, Ibrahim, Wanjala, Njoki and Lenaola allegedly unlawfully execised jurisdiction over a civil matter and altered a settled private law on ascertainment of instruction fees.

    He also cites the case of Geo Chem Middle East versus Kenya Bureau of Standards (2020) eKLR where Justice Mwilu, Ibrahim, Wanjala, Njoki and Lenaola declared themselves not to have jurisdiction over the matter and yet went ahead to determine it instead of disqualifying themselves.

    Havi, Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi and other senior lawyers have been calling for the resignation of CJ Koome for months citing deep-rooted corruption in the institution.

    Assume jurisdiction

    Havi was yesterday supported by Ahmednasir who, in a post on X, said the judges of the Supreme Court blatantly lie and assume jurisdiction when the Court in law has no jurisdiction to hear the petitions.

    “The Court is paid crazy money to assume jurisdiction and the deal ALWAYS is to overturn the judgment of the Court of Appeal,” he posted.

    Havi also referred to a 2022 contempt of court ruling in which he, alongside his Assisting Counsel Esther Ang’awa and fellow SC Ahmednassir, were convicted.

    “To that end, when the petition challenging the election of President William Ruto was filed, the seven Judges of the Supreme Court of Kenya acting through Honourable Lady Justice Martha Karambu Koome sent a message that the two of us I should not appear in the matter. We obliged and stayed away, ” Havi says in his petition.

    However, fresh details have emerged regarding the heightened clamour for changes in the Judiciary orchestrated by the two who were once sworn enemies.

    Ahmednasir initially kicked off the campaign on a revenge mission against CJ Koome and other Supreme Court judges after they barred him from ever appearing before them.

    This followed his endless attacks on the judges, whom he accused of corruption and incompetence.

    Critics of Ahmednassir have revealed that as a strong supporter of President William Ruto, he has to recruit an impressive array of supporters who saw the benefit of destabilising the Judiciary ahead of the 2027 elections, and several senior lawyers who themselves had personal beef against the Judiciary leadership.

    Some of his colleagues say Grand Mullah’s beef with the Judiciary has been due to his desire to wield control over the courts at the highest level.

    His career has been characterized by controversies. In 2014 for example, the LSK sought to suspend him from practising law for six months for insulting a judge. This decision was later overturned on appeal.

    Reports indicate that he has been using threats, judicial blackmail, and government connections to manipulate outcomes.

    Equally, Judiciary employees have even accused him of bullying them and spreading false accusations of corruption against judges when they refuse to be compromised.

    Ahmeddnassir’s name has also been linked to a Somali group which was accused of laundering ransom money paid to Somali pirates. It was Ahmednasir’s law firm that represented members of these cartels amid suspicion that he was used to launder the money. In an interview with a local media house in September 2021, Ahmednasir acknowledged that the allegations of his ties with the Somali pirates were known at the highest levels of government and because of that President Mwai Kibaki’s State House was initially opposed to him sitting in the Judicial Service Commission.

  • Lawyer Ahmednasir Offers To Help Besieged Businessman Kairo Out Of His Financial Ruin

    Lawyer Ahmednasir Offers To Help Besieged Businessman Kairo Out Of His Financial Ruin

    Renowned Kenyan lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi has stepped forward to offer mediation services in the ongoing legal troubles of Joseph Kairo Wambui, popularly known as Khalif Kairo, a young entrepreneur in the second-hand car business.

    In a statement issued on social media platform X, Ahmednasir expressed his surprise and disappointment at those celebrating Kairo’s recent legal woes.

    “I dont know Khalif Kairo at all. Of course, I occasionally see him on X living on the fast lane. He has some small second-hand car business that lately got him into trouble. But it’s sad to see some lowlifes rejoicing at his misfortunes,” Ahmednasir stated. He highlighted the harsh business environment in Kenya, particularly for young entrepreneurs, and criticized the approach of resolving business disputes through litigation.

    “Good people, all types of businesses face challenges and difficult times. And this young man is facing business challenges. Taking to court isn’t how to treat young aspiring Kenyans trying to make money in a difficult and hostile business environment,” the senior counsel remarked.

    Kairo recently faced arrest and charges related to alleged fraudulent activities involving the sale of cars. His business, Kai and Karo, has been under scrutiny after clients accused him of failing to deliver vehicles despite full payment. Kairo’s legal battles have sparked a debate on the support and mentorship needed for young business owners in Kenya.

    Kairo spent another night behind bars on Monday pending a ruling on his bail ruling that is due today.

    He was on Monday arraigned before Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina and charged with using fraudulent tricks in a bid to convince his clients to send him money to import cars he allegedly never delivered.

    Ahmednasir, known for his legal acumen and for representing high-profile figures, announced his willingness to mediate between Kairo and his complainants. “I’m willing to mediate between him and the complainant and resolve this matter amicably. I can help!” he offered.

    This move by Ahmednasir could potentially shift the narrative from courtroom battles to a more constructive dialogue aimed at finding a peaceful resolution. His intervention is seen by many as a beacon of hope for amicable settlements in business disputes, especially in an era where young entrepreneurs often lack the resources for prolonged legal battles.

    Kairo has since accepted the gesture from Ahmednasir which undoubtedly put a spotlight on the need for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in the business sector.

  • Ahmednasir Criticizes Ruto For Overtaxing Kenyans And Doing Little To End Corruption

    Ahmednasir Criticizes Ruto For Overtaxing Kenyans And Doing Little To End Corruption

    Lawyer Ahmednasir Abdulahi has called out President William Ruto’s administration for overtaxing Kenyans while doing too little to prevent looting of public funds.

    Ahmednasir who was commenting on the new proposed taxes in the Financial Bill 2024, warned of hostility from the citizens who’re getting overburdened by the increasing taxes.

    He said Ruto risks losing a big chunk of the hustlers support who formed his campaigns base.

    “Over taxation, especially of goods and services used by mama Mboga and Wanjiku, make governments very unpopular and delegitimised when it doesn’t provide corresponding services or when the taxes are stollen by corrupt civil servants. President William Ruto’s government is going that route full speed.” Ahmednasir said in a statement posted on Social Media.

    While underscoring the importance of raising taxes for repaying country’s debts that he blames on reckless borrowing by President Uhuru’s administration, Ahmednasir says bulk of the taxes are being looted by state officials who keep getting away with it and in line nesting the logic of raising taxes.

    “Our government raises taxes every year and we obviously don’t get value of money. We don’t have good roads, health services are in shambles, the education system is almost non-existent (very soon, more children will do British curriculum than Kenyan), judges make more than than lawyers, farmers are suffering because of fake fertilisers and Hon Mithika Linturi refuses to take responsibility, theft of public money is normal, Governors and county officials are stealing like crazy etc,” he noted.

    Going for Ruto’s neck, the lawyerthe lawyer now wonders why Kenyans should be burdened with taxes at the expense of government officials who loot with impunity.

    “So surely, why do we pay taxes? For CSs, judges, and governors to steal it? Doesn’t make sense for me. President Ruto needs to engage Kenyans on these taxes and why it is stolen UNDER HIS WATCH. Mr. President, we will pay taxes but give us value for our money and stop your Waziris, judges, and governors stealing Wanjiku’s taxes.” He added.

  • Impeachment: Select Committee Clears Linturi In Fake Fertilizer Scandal

    Impeachment: Select Committee Clears Linturi In Fake Fertilizer Scandal

    Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has been saved from impeachment by the special committee of the National Assembly.

    In the 11-member committee that was selected to investigate the charges against the CS, seven voted to quash the motion that was overwhelmingly approved by MPs.

    Even as the committee retired to decide on the fate of the CS, cracks had already emerged in the 11-member committee with insiders claiming it was strategically constituted to save Linturi.

    The team was divided as those from President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) who make up the majority had voted to save him while those in the opposition wanted him sent home on grounds that farmers received substandard fertilizer.

    Insiders say that during the report writing stage there was intense lobbying from both sides and under hand-dealings which were cut to try and save Linturi from ouster.

    It is understood that those opposed to his removal were of the opinion that the impeachment motion that was filed by Bumula MP Wamboka Wanami is solely because of his affair with Kitany which played out during the hearings of the proceedings.

    The sources further revealed the focus of the love affair now gone sour during the hearings was to the advantage of Linturi as some of the committee members used the said opportunity to argue in his favour.

    What next?

    The committee chaired by Majority whip and Marsabit woman representative Naomi Waqo that had retreated to Argyle Grand Hotel on Mombasa Road to write its report is expected to table its report today 10 days since it was constituted to allow the House to deliberate on it.

    Had the allegations stood, the National Assembly would have afforded the CS an opportunity to be heard and voted by a resolution of a majority of the 349 MPs in the House, which is 176, to approve the resolution requiring the CS to be dismissed.

    The controversial committee list 

    Even as the committee prepares to table the report dismissing the charges, Mr. Wamboka said that he will be opposing the report when it is tabled in the National Assembly should it exonerate Linturi as it will not be representing the wishes of farmers.

    He raised issues with the composition of the committee saying, it is ironic that the members who voted to reject his impeachment motion were the ones who were investigating the said matter.

    Waqo, Racheal Nyamai (Kitui South), George Murugara (Tharaka), Malulu Injendi (Malava),Kassim Tandaza (Matuga ) and Njeri Maina (Kirinyaga woman representative) who are members of the committee voted against the motion while  Robert Mbui (Kathiani), Tom Kajwang(Ruaraka), Catherine Omanyo(Busia Woman Representative) and Yussuf Farah (Wajor West) were among the 149 members who voted to have Lituri investigated. Ainabkoi MP Samuel Chepkonga’s vote was not captured anywhere.

    While communicating to the House on the composition of the special committee, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula had said that majority side Kenya Kwanza Alliance, which is dominated by President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), would have six slots, minority side Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition four and Jubilee Party one slot.

    The list generated by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah (UDA, Kikuyu) had Ms Waqo, the deputy majority whip, Samuel Chepkong’a (UDA, Ainabkoi), George Murugara (UDA, Tharaka), Malulu Injendi (ANC, Malava), Njeri Maina (UDA, Kirinyaga Woman Representative) and Kassim Tandaza (ANC, Matuga).

    The Azimio side had deputy minority leader Robert Mbui (Wiper, Kathiani), Tom Kajwang’ (ODM, Ruaraka), Catherine Omanyo (ODM, Busia Woman Representative) and Yusuf Farah (ODM, Wajir West).

    The Jubilee Party, though a member of Azimio as per the records at the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) but which Mr Wetang’ula had ruled is a political party while allocating it a chief whip position, had Kitui South MP Rachael Nyamai.

    Curiously, all the six members nominated by Mr Ichung’wah to the committee, with the exception of one, voted to oppose the formation of the committee to investigate Mr Linturi.

    They were Ms Waqo, Mr Murugara, Mr Injendi, Ms Maina and Mr Tandaza. Dr Nyamai, who is allied with Kenya Kwanza, also voted to oppose the formation of the committee. Mr Chepkong’a, who was within the chambers, neither vote for or against the motion and did not record his abstention.

    From the Azimio side, only Mr Kajwang’ and Ms Omanyo voted for the establishment of the committee to investigate Mr Linturi.

    Mr Mbui and Mr Farah neither abstained nor voted for or against the motion and it was not clear whether they were in the chambers or not during voting.

    Bribery

    The decision of the select committee comes amid claims of bribery.

    Lawyer Ahmednasir Abdulahi had claimed that the members had been bribed with Ah5 million each to absolve Linturi of the charges and clear him of involvement in the fertilizer scam.

    “5m × 11=acquittal for Hon CS MITHIKA LINTURI by the Parliamentary select committee. ..that is Kenya for you…a FUCKING CHARADE!” The lawyer had posted on Friday.

    Reacting to the latest development, Ahmednasir reiterated the bribery claims and asserted that he knew how it would’ve ended, “I told you my people…5m×11=Hon Mithika Linturi’s ACQUITTAL! I told you my people!”

    On May 2nd 2024, the National Assembly approved a motion that seeks the dismissal of CS Linturi, who is alleged to have approved the procurement and distribution of fake fertilizer by the National Cereals and Produce Board, has failed to exercise public trust and to carry out the duties in a transparent and accountable manner amounting to gross misconduct and gross violation of the Constitution.

    In his closing statement, CS Linturi, through his lawyer Senior Counsel Muthomi Thiankolu, distanced himself from the subsidized fertliser procurement process. “A cabinet secretary is not directly involved in procurement,” SC Thiankolu argued, placing responsibility on the NCPB Managing Director.

    SC Thiankolu also countered that the allegations as outlined in the motion lacked specifics and a clear link between CS Linturi and the alleged wrongdoing.

  • Ahmednasir Reveals The Traitors Uhuru Was Referring To In A Cryptic Message

    Ahmednasir Reveals The Traitors Uhuru Was Referring To In A Cryptic Message

    Lawyer Ahmednasir Abdulahi has made a cryptic post about the possible persons whom the former president Uhuru Kenyatta had labeled as traitors recently.

    Ruling out politicians, the lawyer cleverly posted a photo of Chief Justice Martha Koome as a coded message for ‘notorious four’ to mean members of the Supreme Court.

    Screenshot of Ahmednasir’s cryptic tweet.

    “Last week, when President Uhuru called out “Traitors who will not benefit from their trade,” many Kenyans wrongly thought he was referring to politicians. That is why Hon. Murathe quickly issued a clarification. Those who know what happened in September 2022 will tell you that Uhuru’s ire was probably directed at 4 notorious members of one arm of government.” His caption read.

    The Four Supreme Court Judges

    Ahmednasir has been at war with Kenya’s apex court for corruption claims that led to him being banned from appearing before its judges. This was after a sustained campaign over years by the lawyer who painted the court as graft ridden.

    In the suit before the East African Court of Justice, the lawyer has sued Kenyan government seeking to quash a Supreme Court ban against him, and demanding damages of Sh200 million for alleged violation of his right to fair administrative action, Ahmednasir claim four Supreme Court judges were paid to represent vertigo the presidency of Ruto.

    How Supreme Court judges were bribed

    Perhaps the most interesting part of the petition is the lawyer without mentioning the names, gives a blow by blow encounter on how judges were supposedly bribe to influence the 2022 presidential petition judgement.

    Under particulars of incompetence corruption and incompetence by Supreme Court judges, Mr Abdulahi claims that four out of the seven judges were paid between $1.5-2 million (Sh200-266 million) each to overturn the election of William Ruto that had been challenged by Raila Odinga but were however unable to deliver, “4 out of the 7 members of the full bench of the Supreme Court that heard the presidential poll petition by Raila Odinga challenging the results of the August 9, 2022 presidential elections which pitted William Ruto against members of Kenya’s two elite and most powerful political families, accepted bribes of between US$ 1.5 to 2 million each but were unable to influence the outcome of the verdict rendered on 5th September 2022 by which the Supreme Court unanimously upheld William Ruto’s win.” he says in the court document seen by Kenya Insights.

    He goes further to explain how each of the judges were bribed and how the cash was delivered, “Judge A accepted a bribe that was delivered at Judge A’s home in Nairobi by a very powerful politician; Judge B accepted bribes from 3 individuals, the son of a deceased leader, a retired governor and an influential businesswoman; Judge C took a bribe from a member of the National Intelligence Service (NIS) who subsequently left employment of the said service; Judge D accepted a bribe from a member of Parliament. Initially Judge D wanted the bribe to be given to his wife but later changed his mind.” Ahmednasir claimed in the suit.

    Uhuru’s claim of traitors

    While speaking during the Episcopal Ordination of the auxiliary Bishops-elect Simon Peter Kamomoe and Wallace Ng’ang’a Gachihi at St Mary’s Msongari Grounds in Nairobi on Saturday, Mr Kenyatta launched a scathing attack on unnamed individuals, calling them traitors.

    The former head of State, not mincing his words, took on some political leaders whom he termed traitors, lamenting how the political field in Kenya is full of betrayal.

    The fourth president lashed out at the unnamed individuals, warning they would not go far with their betrayal.

    “The nuncio has talked about betrayers in the church but I want to say that I don’t see a lot of betrayals in the church. Betrayal is on the other side (as he pointed to the side occupied by political leaders),” said Mr Kenyatta.

    “To the traitors, I want to tell them that even Judas (Iscariot) betrayed Jesus but he later left the pieces of silver and hanged himself. Everything will all come to an end,” he added.

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Chief Justice Martha Koome, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, Cabinet Secretaries Moses Kuria and Susan Nakhumicha, former CS Monica Juma and a host of Kenya Kwanza and Azimio politicians, including Sifuna, Beatrice Elachi, and Tim Wanyonyi attended the event.

    David Murathe rebuttal

    In a quick rejoinder on Tuesday, Jubilee Party vice chairperson David Murathe clarified that former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s traitor jibe targeted his ex-allies who abandoned him to work with his political friend-turned-rival, President William Ruto.

    Murathe said Mr Kenyatta was targeting people he helped build their political careers only for them to betray him in his hour of need.

    Mr Murathe singled out Public Service CS Kuria, CJ Koome, President Ruto’s National Security Advisor Ms Juma, Speaker Wetang’ula and Governor Sakaja as having rattled Mr Kenyatta, who was in pain over their betrayal despite his immense support in building their careers.

    “Each of these people have a story to tell on how they made it and the support they received. He (Uhuru) went out of his way to build their careers, yet they turned their backs at the slightest opportunity. These are the political traitors he was talking about,” said Mr Murathe.

    On Sakaja, he said it was Kenyatta, who appointed him as the chairman of the defunct The National Alliance (TNA), giving him a platform to launch his political career where he would make his debut in the political scene as nominated MP.

    Similarly, he argued that Mr Kuria benefited from Mr Kenyatta’s support to become Gatundu South MP in the 11th Parliament.

    Mr Kuria’s political journey started when he joined former President Mwai Kibaki’s team through Mr Kenyatta’s Kanu Party.

    Mr Kuria was elected unopposed as the new lawmaker in 2014 on the TNA party following the death of the then Gatundu South MP Jossy Ngugi.

    Mr Murathe said the ex-president was taken aback by how fast former CS Juma shifted allegiance by joining the Ruto camp, “betraying his trust in the process.”

    Without going into details, he said the others have also not been any better, adding that they know what Mr Kenyatta did to each of them but still decided to go against him.

  • Court Allows Dusit Complex Auctioning

    Court Allows Dusit Complex Auctioning

    The sale of a contested property in Nairobi will proceed after high court issued the greenlight.

    High Court Judge Alfred Mabeya allowed Synergy Industrial Credit to auction a complex also claimed by I & M Bank, which had sought to stop the process.

    “In the view of the foregoing, i am satisfied that the applicant has made a strong case for the grant of leave sought. Accordingly, i find the application dated October 22,2021 to be merited and the same is hereby allowed. The applicant is granted leave in terms of prayers (2) and (3)of the application. It is so ordered”, ruled Judge Mabeya.

    Justice Mabeya said the charge placed by the lender was a ploy by Cape Holdings to enable it evade its legal obligations.

    This is after Synergy filed application seeking orders to be allowed to proceed with execution against cape holding ltd.

    Synergy, has been in court since 2010 arguing that Cape Holdings, which owns the building, has been unable to settle a Sh5 billion debt.

    I & M Bank wanted the auction stopped because it is also owed money by the same firm.

    The dispute between the parties emanate from the sale of L.R No. 209/19436 (I.R 120877) “the suit property”.

    The dispute arose when Synergy paid Sh750 million to acquire part of the apartments but the deal fell through and the matter was referred to an arbitrator.

    The debt has since ballooned to Sh4.5 billion plus interest. The Judge said in a ruling that it was not necessary for Synergy, through senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi, to seek the administrator’s consent to auction the property.

    Court added that Synergy had placed a caveat through a court order in 2011, warning over the property. “With such a caveat, that property was not free to be given as a security,” he said.

    The dispute revolved around a transaction where Synergy bought two of the blocks out of 14 which were under construction and paid Ksh750 million upfront. When the property was completed, Cape Holdings refused to transfer the property and the matter was referred to arbitration.In 2015, the arbitrator, Ochieng Oduol ordered the developer to refund the principal amount and interest totaling Sh1.66 billion.

    Cape Holdings then moved to the High Court and convinced the court to quash the award, saying it was erroneous.

    Synergy then moved to the Court of Appeal and the award was restored while attempts by Cape Holdings to move to the Supreme Court and reverse the decision was dismissed by the apex court.

    In a ruling delivered on October 8, the Supreme Court held that it will not interfere with the judgment of the Court of appeal that upheld the award on grounds of jurisdiction.