Justice Lenaola Defends the Supreme Court's Role in Safeguarding Democracy

In a lecture at the University of Embu, Supreme Court Judge Isaac Lenaola defended Kenya's highest court, highlighting its vital role in preserving democracy. As part of the "Supreme Court at 12" commemoration, Lenaola discussed the Court's function in interpreting the Constitution, particularly Section 3 of the Supreme Court Act, which ensures impartial justice and upholds constitutional values. Lenaola emphasized the strong connection between democracy and an independent judiciary, noting that the Supreme Court has played a transformative role in Kenya's post-2007 political landscape, especially after the 2017 ruling that annulled a presidential election. He clarified that the Court’s role extends beyond presidential matters, addressing issues in gubernatorial, parliamentary, and county elections, as well as gender equality in politics. The lecture also covered judicial integrity in governance, citing the impeachment of County Governors and the importance of independent commissions like the IEBC in ensuring checks and balances. Lenaola condemned unconstitutional changes of government in Africa, stressing the judiciary's role in safeguarding free and fair elections. In response to a petition to remove Supreme Court judges, Lenaola strongly defended the judiciary, warning that such efforts would weaken Kenya's democracy. He concluded by reflecting on Kenya’s progress since the 2007 violence, urging future lawyers to champion justice and constitutional integrity. Justice Lenaola's lecture reaffirmed the Supreme Court’s critical role in upholding democracy and ensuring fairness, justice, and the rule of law in Kenya. Follow the KTN News channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va5mI2g5Ui2go7I2JN3C Buy or Sell a Car? - https://motors.digger.co.ke/for-sale Read The Standard e-Paper now! - https://epaper.standardmedia.co.ke/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/user/standardgroupkenya?sub_confirmation=1 ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to newsdesk@standardmedia.co.ke Get the latest and Breaking news https://www.standardmedia.co.ke ---------------------------------------------------------------- follow us on all of these • Facebook - / KTNNewsKenya • Twitter - / KTNnewske • Instagram - / ktnnews • TikTok - / ktnnewske • Hiring or want to be hired? - https://jobs.digger.co.ke/all-open-vacancies-kenya/ --------------------------------------------------------------------