Embattled Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission CEO Ezra Chiloba lost the first battle with his boss Wafula Chebukati after a Nairobi court declined to lift his three-month suspension. Employment and Labour Relations Court Judge Stephen Radido ruled that Mr Chiloba will not suffer any prejudice while on suspension given that he will still earn salary.
“There are questions regarding his relationship and the commissioners which appear to have deteriorated. It is the reason why the court must hear both sides before issuing any order. I therefore decline to issue any order lifting the three month-suspension,” ruled Radido.