City lawyer and former President of the Law Society of Kenya, Senior Counsel Nelson Havi, has once again raised serious concerns about the conduct of a sitting High Court Judge.
Through a statement he shared on his official X account on Monday, 22nd August, Havi accused Lady Justice Hellen Wasilwa of being among the most corrupt judges in the country.
His remarks have sparked fresh debate about integrity within the judiciary, an institution that has often faced criticism from members of the public and legal practitioners over allegations of misconduct.
Havi argued that Justice Wasilwa has a record of delivering clear and straightforward judgments, only to later overturn the same rulings under questionable circumstances.
According to him, the reversals often come after interventions that suggest improper influence, leaving parties in legal disputes feeling shortchanged.
He went further to claim that she has even overturned decisions relating to stay orders pending appeal in cases where appeals have not been filed, raising questions about both procedure and impartiality.
In his words, the former LSK President said Lady Justice Wasilwa holds the record of being the most corrupt judge in Kenya.
He claimed that her decisions sometimes shift without legal justification, making it appear as though external pressure plays a role in the administration of justice.
He specifically pointed out instances where she allegedly issued stay orders even before the proper filing of appeals, something he described as irregular and suspicious.
Although Havi admitted that there is no direct evidence in the form of receipts, financial transfers, or other documents that can conclusively prove bribery, he insisted that there are strong indications pointing toward malpractice.
He explained that the alleged misconduct may not leave behind visible cash records, but the trends and outcomes of certain cases leave what he described as clear “fingerprints” of corruption.
The lawyer’s public attack has once again highlighted a long-standing conversation around accountability in Kenya’s judiciary.
For years, judges and magistrates have faced accusations of receiving bribes to influence rulings, though very few cases ever reach prosecution or disciplinary action.
The Judiciary, being an independent arm of government, has repeatedly defended itself while also promising reforms to rebuild public trust.
Havi’s remarks are likely to intensify scrutiny on Justice Wasilwa and possibly invite responses from judicial authorities.
They also reflect broader frustrations within the legal community, where some lawyers and litigants believe that justice is sometimes undermined by corruption.
This accusations add to the growing calls for transparency, accountability, and reforms to ensure that the judicial system delivers fair rulings without fear or favor.
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