Breaking: The “Uhuru Six” Take the State to Court Over Unpaid Millions
The ghost of the 2019 judicial standoff has returned to haunt the National Treasury. As of February 25, 2026, six prominent judges have officially filed a lawsuit against the Attorney General, the Solicitor General, and the Treasury PS for failing to pay them Sh124 million in court-ordered compensation.
The “Why” Behind the Lawsuit
The petitioners—Justices Aggrey Muchelule, George Odunga, Weldon Korir, Joel Ngugi, Evans Makori, and Judith Omange—were awarded Sh20 million each in October 2024. The High Court ruled that their dignity was “gravely damaged” after former President Uhuru Kenyatta refused to appoint them for three years based on unsubstantiated intelligence reports.
The Current Standstone
Despite being sworn in by President William Ruto in 2022, the “Uhuru Six” argue that the state is now practicing “selective justice” by refusing to release their funds.
The Demand: A formal notice of intention to sue was served in December 2025.
The Silence: The Treasury has allegedly ignored all correspondence, leading to this fresh legal battle.
The Taxpayer Hit: Interest on the debt is growing daily. This comes just one week after another 22 judges were awarded Sh55 million for similar appointment delays, bringing the total “executive blunder” bill to over Sh180 million.
What Happens Next?
If the High Court finds the Treasury in contempt, we could see an unprecedented situation where the court orders the attachment of government vehicles or accounts to pay the very judges who preside over our laws.
“A government that ignores its own judges effectively tells every citizen that the law is optional.” — Legal Analyst.
