Emphasizes Importance of Upholding Constitution and Collaboration Across Government
President William Ruto has delivered a fervent call to the recently sworn-in High Court judges, urging them to prioritize integrity and reject corruption in their service to the Kenyan people. Speaking at the oath-taking ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, President Ruto emphasized that any hint of corruption undermines the authority and effectiveness of the courts.
“Corruption, even the slightest hint of it, irreversibly compromises the authority and effectiveness of our courts,” stated President Ruto, highlighting the pivotal role of integrity in upholding the credibility of the judiciary and other public institutions. He urged the judges to commit themselves to serving with professionalism and to steadfastly reject all forms of corruption.
President Ruto underscored the significance of abiding by the principles outlined in Articles 10 and 159 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, as well as the solemn oath taken by the newly appointed judges. He stressed that their dedication to these mandates, coupled with a steadfast commitment to impartiality and justice, would determine the nation’s progress and prosperity.
Furthermore, President Ruto called for collaborative efforts across all branches of government to advance Kenya’s national interests while upholding constitutional principles. He encouraged mutual appreciation and support among government entities, emphasizing that their collective legacy would be judged by their contributions to improving the lives of the Kenyan people and advancing the nation towards prosperity.
The ceremony also witnessed the conferral of the Rank of Senior Counsel to eight Advocates by President RutoPresident Ruto Urges High Court Judges to Uphold Integrity and Reject Corruption
President William Ruto has delivered a fervent call to the recently sworn-in High Court judges, urging them to prioritize integrity and reject corruption in their service to the Kenyan people. Speaking at the oath-taking ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, President Ruto emphasized that any hint of corruption undermines the authority and effectiveness of the courts.
“Corruption, even the slightest hint of it, irreversibly compromises the authority and effectiveness of our courts,” stated President Ruto, highlighting the pivotal role of integrity in upholding the credibility of the judiciary and other public institutions. He urged the judges to commit themselves to serving with professionalism and to steadfastly reject all forms of corruption.
President Ruto underscored the significance of abiding by the principles outlined in Articles 10 and 159 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, as well as the solemn oath taken by the newly appointed judges. He stressed that their dedication to these mandates, coupled with a steadfast commitment to impartiality and justice, would determine the nation’s progress and prosperity.
Furthermore, President Ruto called for collaborative efforts across all branches of government to advance Kenya’s national interests while upholding constitutional principles. He encouraged mutual appreciation and support among government entities, emphasizing that their collective legacy would be judged by their contributions to improving the lives of the Kenyan people and advancing the nation towards prosperity.
The ceremony also witnessed the conferral of the Rank of Senior Counsel to eight Advocates by President Ruto
By xamse
May 14, 2024
