The JSC panel shortlisted six candidates after reviewing applications “for completeness and conformity with the constitutional and statutory requirements, the JSC Act and criteria outlined in the advertisement for the post". “I have noted the decision made to shortlist six applicants for the position of Chief Justice following the opening and review of all applications on the 11th instant,” said Mr Okero. In a letter addressed to JSC acting chairperson Margaret Kobia, LSK President Isaac Okero demanded to know the criteria the commission relied on to select the six. Tom Ojienda, a member of the JSC, explained that the commission had an explanation on how each candidate fared in the selection process. “We are looking at someone who can offer leadership that is required of an office such as the one for CJ.

Source: Standard Digital July 13, 2016 20:48 UTC