The High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the appointment of Noordin Haji as director general of the National Intelligence Service. The court was informed that various state agencies, including the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, had cleared him for appointment. Matindi argued that Haji's appointment amounted to a violation of Article 73(2)(a) of the constitution. Justice Mugambi also rejected arguments that Haji's nomination by the President, without a competitive recruitment process, violated the constitution. The court found no evidence of procedural impropriety, irrationality or constitutional violation that would warrant interference.

Source: The Star March 16, 2026 09:33 UTC