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Kenya’s Supreme Court upholds Kenyatta election win

By Joseph Lubandi

Posted on November 20, 2017

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Supreme court has confirmed President-elect Uhuru Kenyatta and Vice-President elect William Ruto

Nairobi, Kenya | AFP | Kenya’s Supreme Court has dismissed the petitions challenging the election of President Uhuru Kenyatta, giving a go ahead for him to be sworn in for a second term.

“The court has unanimously determined that the petitions are not merited. As a consequence, the presidential election of 26 October is hereby upheld as is the election of the third respondent,” said Chief Justice David Maraga, referring to Kenyatta

SUPREME COURT upholds President Uhuru’s October 26 win, dismisses petitions by Harun Mwau and Njonjo Mue saying they lack merit. pic.twitter.com/IhXZaXbrLq

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