“This is a landmark ruling that not only reaffirms constitutionalism and the rule of law in Kenya, but also the role of the Senate in devolution,” speaker Kenneth Lusaka said. Last Thursday, the High Court nullified 24 pieces of legislation, declaring them unconstitutional as they were approved without the involvement of the Senate. Former Attorney General Amos Wako called for amendment to the laws and standing orders to anchor the mandatory concurrence as directed by the court. However, the speaker of the National Assembly never followed the spirit and letter of the ruling,” he said. “In some jurisdiction, this is an impeachment ground where 24 legislations can be nullified by the High Court.

Source: The Star November 03, 2020 17:15 UTC