Kenya: CJ Koome Condemns Govt Over Abductions, Urges Police to Respect Rule of Law

Chief Justice Martha Koome has joined the opposition and religious leaders in condemning the increasing cases of abduction in the country.

In a statement on Thursday, December 26, CJ Koome noted that Kenya is a constitutional democracy where the rule of law stands as a foundational value and guiding principle of governance.

According to Koome, there is no constitutional provision for such forced disappearances, and such incidents contravene the rights and freedoms of Kenyans.

Criticising the…