A second judge has recused himself from the Nakuru War Memorial Hospital case as police continue to face criticism for ignoring court orders. Environment and Lands Court Judge Anthony Ombwayo has transferred the case to a court of similar jurisdiction in Nairobi, where it will now be heard. Also Read: Court issues fresh orders against county in Nakuru War Memorial Hospital sagaArmed people took over the facility after police briefly handed over management of the hospital from the county government. Justice Ombwayo reiterated that court orders must be obeyed and that no government procedure should override them. He made the ruling during a mention of the case when Nakuru County Police Commander Samuel Ndanyi appeared in court virtually after being summoned.

Source: Daily Nation February 09, 2024 10:39 UTC