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Explainer: What happens when a State officer ignores court summons?

Acting Police Inspector General (IG) of Police Gilbert Masengeli. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard]

The case of Acting Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli, who has defied six court orders and now faces sentencing, highlights a troubling pattern of Kenyan State officials flouting the legal framework they are sworn to uphold.

His actions not only raise questions about his credibility but also challenge the principle of equal accountability under the law.

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