President William Ruto on Wednesday urged the newly sworn in judges to serve Kenyans with integrity and live up to their oaths of office.
He said the event was a significant affirmation of the country's efforts to consolidate the place of the Judiciary in Kenya's democracy.
“I do not doubt that you have what it takes to do, discharge and live up to your oath of office,” Ruto told the Judges.
The President spoke when he witnessed their swearing-in ceremony held on Wednesday at State House.
Ruto, who has affirmed his commitment to support the independence of the judiciary, urged the judges not to succumb to any form of bias, ill will or intimidation.
“We want the Judiciary dignified and respected to promote the values of our nation,” Ruto said.
“It is your responsibility individually and collectively to ensure that our judiciary is fair, independent, competent and above all serves with integrity.”
The judges are Heston Nyaga, John Chigiti, Peter Mulwa, Lawrence Mugambi, Gregory Mutai, Robert Wananda, Samwel Mukira, Francis Ochieng, Fred Mugambi and Dennis Magare.
Others are Patricia Gichohi, Josephine Mongare, Patricia Nyaundi, Diana Kavedza, Sophie Chirchir, Mwaisha Said, Florence Macharia, Teresa Achieng and Aleem Visram.
This will be the second time Ruto will be presiding over the swearing-in ceremony of judges since he took office on September 13.
Ruto appointed the judges on Tuesday via a gazette notice after the Judicial Service Commission forwarded the names to him for the appointment.
The JSC said they picked the appointees based on merit, gender, regional balance and affirmative action
