Koome Under Fire as Reports Claim She Was Last in Her Class

Chief Justice Martha Koome finds herself under intense scrutiny as senior counsel Ahmednassir Abdullahi levels serious accusations regarding her qualifications and competence.

These allegations surface amidst a high-stakes meeting with the Ford Foundation Global Board, led by President Darren Walker, and the Judges of the Supreme Court of Kenya.

Abdullahi, a vocal critic of Koome, took to Twitter to express his discontent, branding the Kenyan Supreme Court as “rotten” and advocating for its dissolution.

He contends that Koome, appointed during the Uhuru regime, secured her position through manipulation and lacks the requisite qualifications for the role.

Of particular note is Abdullahi’s claim that Koome graduated at the bottom of her class, ranking 118th out of 118, with a mere pass degree. He further accuses her of failing to present a writing sample during her Chief Justice interview, implying a deficiency in writing skills.

Allegedly, the Vetting Board was evenly split with a 4:4 vote on her retention, underscoring significant doubts regarding her capabilities.

Despite the mounting criticism, Koome stands firm in her dedication to advancing social justice and collaborating with the Ford Foundation. She highlights their mutual commitment to People-Centered Justice programs and tackling inequality through the Social Transformation through Access to Justice (STAJ) Blueprint.

The controversy surrounding Koome has ignited a fervent debate on the state of the Kenyan judiciary and the credibility of its apex court. Calls for her resignation have gained momentum, with detractors like Abdullahi urging her departure to avert perceived harm to the judiciary’s integrity.