COG, Fida Allowed To Participate In Governor Mwangaza Ouster's Case
COG, Fida Allowed To Participate In Governor Mwangaza Ouster’s Case
Justice Bahati Mwamuye said the two, together with Jason Kathurima, a voter from Meru, will participate as interested parties in the case.
The judge at the same time said the matter will be proceeding in open court from October 8 following interruptions of virtual sessions by members of the public.
During the session, the members would type on the chatbox, asking the judge when the matter is likely to end.
One identified as Mutwiri said, “Good morning, my Lord, My name is Mutwriri Karuna, a voter in Meru concerned about the ruling on Kawira Mwangaza’s case, My prayer is that justice is not delayed. When are you going to make the verdict your honor?
Another typed saying, “Kawira Mwangaza must go.”
The same conduct was displayed by members of the public on Tuesday when the matter was going on.
One Moses typed in the chatbox, “Kindly our court, note that as Meru we are suffering; let us know whether Kawira is still holding office.”
The user was immediately asked to turn on his camera and audio to address the court on his statements.
The judge repeatedly called out his name, but Moses didn’t do as directed only until the last minute when the court had issued his warrant of arrest for being in contempt of court.
He appeared later after advocates had logged off from the session and the Judge asked him to appear in court today (Wednesday)
He complied with the court directive, and today he told the judge he regretted his action.
He asked the court to forgive him, saying, “I didn’t know typing is a crime.”
“This is not social media. Do not do this again, whether in physical or virtual court,” said the judge.
He accepted his apology and set aside the warrant.
Going forward, the judge said they will need to control attendance even in open court to avoid the same mishaps.
The number of persons permitted into the courtroom shall be limited and the deputy registrar shall make the necessary arrangements.
COG, Fida Allowed To Participate In Governor Mwangaza Ouster’s Case
