High Court has declared that the Kenya Kwanza coalition, led by President William Ruto, is not the majority party in the National Assembly.
The court found that Speaker Moses Wetang’ula violated the Constitution by declaring Kenya Kwanza as the majority in 2022.
This decision has intensified the rivalry between the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Azimio la Umoja coalition, as both sides now vie for the majority position in Parliament.
The controversy began when Speaker Wetang’ula reassigned 14 Members of Parliament from various parties to Kenya Kwanza, thereby tipping the balance in favor of the coalition.
However, the High Court ruled that this reassignment lacked a legal basis, as there were no post-election agreements to justify the move.
The court emphasized that the Speaker must act as a neutral arbiter and adhere strictly to constitutional principles.
Following the ruling, leaders from the Azimio coalition have called for the immediate resignation of Speaker Wetang’ula, accusing him of compromising the integrity of Parliament.
Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni criticized the Speaker’s actions, stating that they have led to unconstitutional legislation being passed.
Migori Senator Eddy Oketch also condemned Wetang’ula for allegedly serving the interests of the Executive rather than upholding the law.
In response, Kenya Kwanza lawmakers have rejected the court’s decision, arguing that political affiliations have shifted since the 2022 General Election and that parliamentary affairs should not be dictated by judicial rulings.
They contend that the ruling is impractical and that such matters should be resolved within Parliament.
Laikipia Woman Representative Jane Kagiri noted that many parties initially under the Azimio coalition have since aligned with Kenya Kwanza, further complicating the issue.
This legal battle has significant implications for the leadership structure within Parliament.
The court’s ruling not only questions the legitimacy of decisions made under Kenya Kwanza’s assumed majority status but also underscores the judiciary’s role in upholding the rule of law.
As both UDA and Azimio senators fight to occupy the majority side, the political landscape in Kenya remains tense, with potential impacts on the passage of legislation and the overall functioning of the National Assembly.
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