Katiba Institute has moved to block any budget approvals for President William Ruto’s advisers following a court ruling. The High Court ruling declared the creation and staffing of the offices unconstitutional. Article 228 of the constitution mandates the Controller of Budget to oversee the implementation of national and county budgets by authorising withdrawals from public funds and ensuring their legality. The High Court ruled that the establishment and staffing of the presidential advisers’ offices lacked a clear constitutional or statutory basis. Despite that reprieve, the High Court on Tuesday dismissed an application seeking to stay the judgment on the presidential advisers.

Source: The Star February 06, 2026 04:54 UTC