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Court blocks Shakahola deaths inquiry until Azimio case is heard

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High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi noted it would be difficult to recoup public money if the commission is allowed to start sitting. [iStockphoto]

The Commission of Inquiry into the Shakahola deaths will not sit until a case filed by Azimio is heard and determined.

This is after High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi suspended the commission appointed by President William Ruto after finding that the opposition had raised heavy issues on separation of powers and usurping powers granted to the judiciary, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and independent commissions.

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