Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has spoken out about the impact of his ongoing Sh2.2 billion legal dispute on his family. During a Sunday service at St Michael All Angels ACK Cathedral in Bondo Town, Siaya County, Tuju appealed to fellow Christians to pray for his children. He stated that while he has been able to cope with his own difficulties through his faith, his children are currently going through a lot of tribulations.
Tuju's legal dispute dates back to a long-running appeal involving himself, his family, Dari Limited, and the East African Development Bank (EADB). The Supreme Court recently cleared the way for the appeal to proceed, reversing its October 2024 decision that had seen four judges recuse themselves. The court's decision was made after the applicants withdrew a complaint with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) alleging bias.
According to Tuju, his children have been harassed and humiliated in various ways as a result of the dispute. He expressed concern that the challenges surrounding him have been visited on his children, despite his efforts to shield them. Tuju made these remarks during a church service, marking his first public comments on the impact of the dispute on his family.
The former Jubilee Party Secretary General did not provide details of the alleged harassment or humiliation, nor did he identify those responsible. However, he emphasized that his family has remained strong despite the difficulties, drawing strength from their faith. Tuju stated that he has been able to manage his own difficulties through his faith, but his children require prayers.
The Supreme Court's decision to allow the appeal to proceed was made on September 25. Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu and Justices Smokin Wanjala, Njoki Ndung'u, and William Ouko will handle the matter. The court's ruling came after the applicants withdrew their complaint with the JSC, allowing the judges to resume handling the case.
Tuju's comments highlight the personal costs of his ongoing legal dispute. As a former Cabinet Secretary, he has had to navigate the challenges of a high-profile case while also protecting his family. The dispute has now taken a toll on his children, with Tuju seeking prayers for their well-being.
The case is set to continue, with the Supreme Court's decision allowing the appeal to proceed. Tuju's family has shown resilience in the face of adversity, and their faith has been a source of strength. The outcome of the case remains uncertain, but its impact on Tuju's family is already being felt.
Key points
- Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's Sh2.2 billion legal dispute has affected his children, who have faced harassment and humiliation.
- The Supreme Court has cleared the way for a long-running appeal involving Tuju, his family, Dari Limited, and the East African Development Bank (EADB) to proceed.
- Tuju has sought prayers for his children, stating that they require spiritual support during this challenging time.
