NairobiAccording to the petitioner Timothy Adhiambo, the Chief Justice has gone against the Judicial Code of Conduct and Ethics by attacking the PresidentA petition has been lodged before the Judicial Service Commission to remove Chief Justice David Maraga from office on grounds of gross misconduct and misbehaviour. According to the petitioner Timothy Adhiambo, the Chief Justice has gone against the Judicial Code of Conduct and Ethics by attacking the President publicly. The President has persisted in his refusal despite orders in two cases requiring him to swear in those judges within 14 days,” said the Chief Justice. The petitioner agrees with the AG and highlights issues that were presented by the AG as sufficient ground to remove the CJ from office. SEE ALSO: AG Kihara Kariuki responds to CJ Maraga

Source: Standard Digital June 11, 2020 11:00 UTC