Kalonzo joins LSK in protest against attacks on judiciary

Wiper leader and Senior Counsel Kalonzo Musyoka on Friday joined the Law Society of Kenya's peaceful demonstration to protest against President William Ruto’s sentiments against the Judiciary.

Kalonzo arrived outside the Supreme Court dressed in full Lawyer regalia.

Lawyers commonly wear black robes or gowns 

Kalonzo was received by other lawyers led by Ndegwa Njiru. 

He is the Founding Partner and Legal Consultant of the firm.

Kalozo is an advocate of over 35 years standing who has distinguished himself as an International Law practitioner specialising in conflict management and resolution.

 The Wiper leader graduated with a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Nairobi in 1977.

He continued further studies at the Kenya School of Law in 1978 where he was awarded a Post graduate diploma in Law.

In a notice shared on social media, LSK invited members of the public to join members of the legal community in calling out President Ruto for his utterances, which they insist amount to an attack on the independence of the third arm of government.

"Join the @LawSocietyofKe as we peacefully protest this Friday and reaffirm the commitment to defend the independence of the Judiciary and compliance with Court orders," LSK said.

LSK said the peaceful protest and march will start from the Supreme Court Grounds in Nairobi, proceeding along Parliament Road to the Office of the President.

The secretariat had already written to the police commandant, Nairobi Area, requesting security during the exercise scheduled to begin at 9:00 am and conclude at noon.

As a result, Kalonzo backed the planned anti-government protests describing Ruto’s attack on Judiciary as unfortunate, urging the courts to remain firm and not be intimidated.

In a statement to newsrooms last week, Kalonzo told Judiciary not to fall to the intimidations by the Executive but to uphold the rule of law.

He castigated President Ruto accusing him of reneging on his earlier promise to uphold the independence of the courts.

“It is now evident that those who pretend to uphold the rule of law are now clearly exposing their true colours. They have paid lip service to the cardinal principles of the rule of law enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010,” Kalonzo said.

He urged Judiciary to remain true to their oath of protecting Kenyans.