Based in Nairobi, Cibber covers high-profile legal disputes, anti-corruption cases, and regulatory affairs, with a primary focus on proceedings at the Milimani Law Courts. Over the...
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Replieve for Politician Joseph Lendrix Waswa as the court has sets him free in sh 400m fake gold scam case.
In a ruling delivered on 3rd of September 2025 before Milimani magistrate Geoffrey Onsarigo ,the court ruled that ,by law the office of the director of public prosecutions can terminate any matter at any given point.
According to the ruling,the dpp had informed the court that the state was the main complainant in the matter and therefore they have no intention to prosecute this matter father.
” having considered the application by the prosecution and the materials before me,I therefore discharge the first accused persons under section 87A.”Ruled the magistrate.
In the matter Waswa was charged alongside Nelson Eru, Roland Johnson, Joseph Gikonyo, Alice Kavata, Ian Wekesa, and Duncan Muchai, as well as police constable Festo Akula Wamwayi.
The matter will now be mentioned on the 22nd of September for the new amended chargesheet to be read for the remaining accused persons.
Based in Nairobi, Cibber covers high-profile legal disputes, anti-corruption cases, and regulatory affairs, with a primary focus on proceedings at the Milimani Law Courts. Over the past decade, his reporting has unpacked complex legal arguments, fraud investigations, and constitutional petitions, translating intricate courtroom dynamics into clear, objective news for the public.Current Role: Senior Court & Crime Reporter at The Weekly NewsCore Beats: Milimani Law Courts, corporate fraud, constitutional law, public interest litigation, and political governance.Background: Holds a bachelor's degree in mass communication and journalism. Prior to joining The Weekly News, Cibber contributed to various digital media outlets covering civic policy and criminal justice developments across East Africa.Editorial Approach: Driven by accuracy, judicial accountability, and ethical reporting, ensuring balanced coverage on matters of national interest.
