Fresh battle over hiring of Chief Justice as State goes back to court

Attorney General Githu Muigai during the UN convention workshop against corruption at a Nairobi hotel. Muigai has gone to the Court of Appeal seeking reinstatement of a law giving the president powers to pick a candidate of his choice. (PHOTO: BEVERLYNE MUSILI/ STANDARD)

Plans to hire the next Chief Justice could be derailed if a court allows an application by the Attorney General.

Attorney General Githu Muigai has gone to the Court of Appeal seeking reinstatement of a law giving the president powers to pick a candidate of his choice.