Kindiki’s Swearing-In Ceremony Postponed
The decision was made following a High Court ruling on Friday, October 18, which necessitated the suspension of the much-anticipated event.
Nominated Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. Photo/Tuko News.
By Robert Mutasi
The swearing-in ceremony of nominated Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, initially set for Saturday, October 19, has been unexpectedly postponed.
The decision was made following a High Court ruling on Friday, October 18, which necessitated the suspension of the much-anticipated event.
This last-minute change has left many speculating about the next steps in what has become a politically charged atmosphere.
Senior government advisor Moses Kuria had earlier confirmed that the swearing-in would take place at Uhuru Gardens at 9 a.m. on Saturday, stating that no entry cards would be required and that the event was open to all.
“The swearing-in will take place tomorrow at Uhuru Gardens from 9 am. No cards are required. Gates will be closed once the swearing-in arena is full. We cannot afford a Constitutional crisis. We cannot be another Sudan with two Presidents,” Kuria stated, alluding to the political turmoil in Sudan, which has seen competing claims to the presidency.
Kuria, the former Public Service Cabinet Secretary, was adamant that the swearing-in was crucial to avoid a constitutional crisis.
His comments also appeared to dismiss any legal challenges that could delay the inauguration, adding, “For the sake of our nation and our families, we will swear in Kithure Kindiki as president in waiting. Courts can deposit their ruling in the pigeonholes. Karibuni Uhuru Gardens 9 am.”
However, the High Court’s ruling effectively put a halt to these plans, citing legal concerns that must be addressed before the swearing-in could proceed.
The postponement has raised questions about the political and legal dynamics at play, especially given Kuria’s strong statements on the necessity of proceeding with the ceremony.
The cancellation of the event has sparked considerable debate across political circles, with analysts weighing in on the potential fallout from the delay.
The High Court’s decision highlights the tension between the judiciary and the executive, with some suggesting that the move could lead to a protracted legal battle over the legitimacy of Kindiki’s nomination and swearing-in.
As of now, there is no confirmed date for the rescheduled swearing-in ceremony. It remains to be seen how the government will navigate this legal hurdle, but the sudden postponement has added another layer of complexity to the ongoing political developments.
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