This archive report was first published on 5 August 2020.
On May 29, 2019, a photo was taken of James Makura M. Abira, a former Senior Prosecutor, outside the office of the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP). https://nairobitimez.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/p21rpfWV4uIMG_20190529_060003.png
Abira had served as a state counsel II at the DPP's office since December 15, 2003, but his tenure was cut short after he was served with a letter on June 23, 2011, requiring him to cease exercising his duties until a criminal case he was facing was heard and determined.
Abira was charged with soliciting and receiving a bribe of Sh25,000 from Peter Chania Magere, but he was later acquitted of the charges. Despite this, he was dismissed from his position, although he claimed that his dismissal was contrary to the law.
Abira then sued the DPP for failure to lift the interdiction, claiming that his right to fair administrative action and fair labour practices was violated. However, the High Court dismissed his petition, citing a lack of evidence that his rights were violated.
Justice Nzioki wa Makau ruled that Abira did not particularize and articulate in the petition the particular right said to have been infringed or every allegation of constitutional breach.
