Governor Sonko nominates Anne Mwenda as his Deputy, But DPP Haji says he has violated bail terms

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Noordin Haji has dismissed the move by Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko to nominate a deputy, terming it illegal. Haji said the governor had gone against his bail terms which barred him from executing his duty as a governor until a corruption case against him is heard and determined. "Sonko cannot purport to have the powers to name a deputy while his case is still active. His action is null and void," cautioned Haji. He said they will move to court over the same, saying the court must see to it that the bail terms are respected. Speaking to Standard Digital on phone, City lawyer Steve Ogolla concurred with the DPP saying Sonko has got no legal backing to appoint a deputy, going by Justice Mumbi Ngugi's ruling. “Sonko cannot lawfully appoint Deputy Governor during the pendency of his corruption charges. Justice Mumbi Ngugi's ruling, read in its entirety, effectively means Sonko cannot lawfully perform county functions, including appointing a Deputy,” he said. However, Senate Majority Leader Kipchumba Murkomen differed with Ogolla and Haji saying Sonko had not violated his bail terms by appointing a deputy. Kenya's No.1 channel for digital exclusive videos. AUTHORITATIVE. BOLD. ENTERTAINING.