Former Jubilee Secretary General Raphael Tuju has escalated his legal battle by urging the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to investigate Supreme Court judges over alleged misconduct and unethical behavior.
Tuju, who appeared before the EACC on Tuesday, presented what he termed as “evidence” to support his claims. At the center of the dispute is a Ksh 1.2 billion loan case between Tuju and the East African Development Bank (EADB), where he accuses the judges of improperly recusing themselves, thereby denying him a fair hearing.
Tuju criticized the Supreme Court judges for obtaining a court order that barred them from appearing before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to respond to his petition. He claims that his attempts to challenge the judges’ conduct have been stifled by this order, leaving him without recourse.
“The judges have failed in their solemn duty to uphold the rule of law and ensure fair trial proceedings,” Tuju stated, emphasizing that his push for accountability is not politically motivated.
Last Friday, Tuju wrote to Chief Justice Martha Koome, expressing grave concerns over the conduct of five Supreme Court judges. In his letter, he accused them of undermining constitutional principles and failing to deliver justice in his case.
The EACC’s response to Tuju’s complaint remains to be seen. If the commission proceeds with investigations, it could mark a significant moment in Kenya’s judicial accountability efforts. However, given the judges’ court order shielding them from JSC scrutiny, the legal battle may face further complications.
Tuju’s move highlights growing tensions between aggrieved litigants and the judiciary, raising questions about transparency and accountability within Kenya’s highest court. As the situation unfolds, all eyes will be on whether the EACC takes action or if the matter will be tied up in further legal hurdles.
