Cren Solitei Kipoopo (Suing on his Behalf and that of the General Public) v County Government of Kajiado & 2 others [2015] KEELRC 836 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 836
- Citation
- [2015] KEELRC 836 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 June 2015
Summary at a glance
TypeEmployment and Labour RelationsPostureAppeal from the High Court, Human Rights DivisionCoramPresiding Judge
The Court finds that it is properly seized of the matter and that the Petitioner has the requisite standing to proceed.
Facts
The Petitioner, Cren Solitei Kipoopo, sues the County Government of Kajiado and its Governor for the appointment of John Mwaura Njoroge as Chief Officer in the Department of Public Service and E-Government. Njoroge had a history of misconduct, including interdiction by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for carnal knowledge of a student and later dismissal for deserting duty.
Issues
- Whether the appointment of Njoroge met the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution
- Whether the Court can grant the reliefs sought
Reasoning
The Court reiterates its jurisdiction and the constitutional violations outlined may fall within its mandate. The Petitioner's standing is upheld as he sues on his own behalf and on behalf of the general public.
Outcome
The Court finds in favor of the Petitioner.
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