Embattled Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission CEO Ezra Chiloba will continue to enjoy his salary despite being suspended.
The decision was arrived at by the labour court in a case where Chiloba had protested his suspension by IEBC chair Wafula Chebukati.
Court Judge Stephen Radido ruled that Mr Chiloba will not suffer any prejudice while on suspension given that he will still earn salary.
“There are questions regarding his relationship and the commissioners which appear to have deteriorated. It is the reason why the court must hear both sides before issuing any order. I therefore decline to issue any order lifting the three month-suspension,” ruled Radido.
The judge further stated that there was no suggestion Chiloba has been denied his salary and remuneration.
He said that Chiloba will only miss going to the office.
Chiloba had earlier listed several grounds challenging the forced leave, including claims that the commissioners did not have enough quorum to pass a resolution to send him home.