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Judge forced to briefly adjourn hearing as opposing parties clashed

Former Kasipul MP Oyugi Magwanga in the dock during commencement of hearing on election petition he filed against Homa Bay Governor Cyprian Awiti (Photo:James Omoro|Standard)

Supporters of Governor Cyprian Awiti and those of former Kasipul MP Oyugi Magwanga clashed in the court corridors yesterday.

Justice Joseph Karanja had to briefly adjourn the hearing of the case in which Mr Magwanga is disputing Governor Awiti's election, to allow security orderlies separate the two sides.

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