Written by Lisa Murimi
A three-judge bench of the Court of Appeal will deliver its ruling on the murder case of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif on June 21.Â
Judges Daniel Musinga, Francis Tuiyott, and Mumbi Ngugi are presiding over the case, which has garnered significant attention due to the ongoing legal battle surrounding Sharif’s death in Kenya.
The appeal was lodged by Sharif’s widow, Javeria Siddique, following a stay order by the Kenyan government, which halted the implementation of a July High Court decision calling for action against those responsible for his killing.
Representing Javeria, Barrister Ochiel Dudley argued that the Sh10 million compensation awarded in the case was insufficient, proposing an increase to Sh250 million, citing delays in justice.
The case also involves the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA), with Counsel Festus Kinoti defending the authority, claiming no wrongdoing on its part.
The Pakistani government has faced criticism over its handling of the investigation, with calls for stronger action in pursuit of justice.
Arshad Sharif, a prominent journalist, was killed by Kenyan police after being shot in what was initially described as a case of mistaken identity.
However, skepticism remains over the circumstances of his death, and his widow continues to seek justice for her late husband.
