President Uhuru Kenyatta. [Photo/thesheet.ng]
President Uhuru Kenyatta’s powers are limited by the constitution, following the nullification of the August 8 presidential results.
The Supreme Court on September 1 declared Uhuru’s re-election invalid, null and void, saying the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) did not follow the dictates of the constitution on how to conduct elections.
Therefore, Uhuru is currently limited to powers of a temporary incumbent.
Article 134 of the Kenyan constitution says the temporary incumbent cannot:
Nominate or appoint judges of superior courts Nominate or appoint of any other public officer whom the Constitution or legislation requires the President to appoint Nominate or appoint or dismiss Cabinet Secretaries and other State or Public officers Nominate or appoint or dismiss a high commissioner, ambassador, or diplomatic or consular representative. Exercise the power of mercy Confer honours in the name of the people and the Republic