Postponing the case, Chief Justice David Maraga cited lack of quorum explaining that the Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu was not in a position to sit in court after Tuesday’s shooting of her driver. ALSO READ: Only Supreme Court can order for caretaker government, High Court rulesMr Orengo said he was surprised that the Chief Justice could not mobilise a quorum and it was not a coincidence. He said the shooting of the Deputy Chief Justice’s driver happened when the Chief Justice said they would continue with case on Wednesday. ALSO READ: Report warns public spending cuts may choke GDP growthThe Chief Justice, Justices Mwilu, Lenaola, and Wanjala upheld the Raila-Odinga petition against President Uhuru’s election. Justices Ojwang and Ndung’u dissented while Justice Mohammed did not participate having had been taken ill midstream the hearing.

Source: Standard Digital October 25, 2017 08:48 UTC