The events surrounding the Nakuru War Memorial Hospital dispute have gotten the attention of the Judicial Service Commission, which has raised its concerns over the continued disobedience of court orders.

Chief Justice Martha Koome in her statement to the press raised the commission's concerns over the happenings in Nakuru where goons have invaded the hospital and judicial officers intimidated.

Justice Koome noted that the commission is disturbed by the invasion of the hospital, despite court orders to restore order.

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According to the CJ, failure by the police to restore order and assure security in the face of violent interference and intimidation of judicial offices has frustrated the delivery of justice.

She regretted that two judges have been forced to recuse themselves from handling a case filed by the directors of the hospital who sued the hospital, following a forcible takeover of the facility.

"The JSC is alarmed by the frequent cases of disregard to the rule of law and deployment of force and intimidation to interfere with execution or observance of court orders," stated Justice Koome.

She further condemned the disruption of peaceful protest organised by lawyers in Nakuru who were protesting against the defiance of court orders.

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The commission accused the police of failing to ensure security and ensure compliance with the orders.

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"We note with immense dismay that police officers stood on guard as lawyers were attacked," stated Justice Koome.

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Chief Justice Martha Koome raises concern over Nakuru war memorial saga

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