"We don’t want to be accused of making decisions based on political leanings,” Haji said. Raila somewhat accused the courts of acting out of sync with the prevailing economic situation in the country when sentencing Chivondo. The cost of living has skyrocketed in Kenya with prices of commodities like cooking oil, bread and sugar hitting the roof. "Let the courts get their priorities right, for once, you can't jail a man for trying to feed his family," Raila said. His remarks elicited reactions online, with majority of Kenyans urging the former Prime Minister to consider paying the fine on behalf of the convict.

Source: The Star April 13, 2022 17:41 UTC