CJ ought to be bold on human rights and a towering legal mind
Friday May 07 2021
Justice Martha Koome when she appeared before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) at the Supreme Court buildings on April 14, 2021 to be interviewed for the position of Chief Justice. The JSC picked her for the position of chief justice. PHOTO | JEFF ANGOTE | NMG
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First, congratulations to Lady Justice Martha Koome for being picked by the Judicial Service Commission to be the next Chief Justice of Kenya subject to confirmation by Parliament.
The appeals court judge has worked for many years as a judge and advocate. Importantly, she has been an indefatigable crusader for women’s and children’s rights. It was a bold and commendable move by the JSC to pick a woman to head this important arm of government.