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Magistrate queries Noordin Haji's motive as he terminates case against Gachagua

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a live interview with KTN News at his private residence in Karen, Nairobi. [Denish Ochieng, Standard]

Director of Public Prosecutions Noordin Haji came under fire as a magistrate questioned his wisdom in approving trumped-up charges against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Senior Principal Magistrate Victor Wakumile had no kind words for the DPP in the bungled trial of Mr Gachagua in the Sh7.5 billion corruption case. Wakumile recommended the establishment of an office of a pre-trial judge to sieve through cases before suspects are taken to court.

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