In his directive, Justice Mburu further ordered the respondents to file their responses within three working days after being served with the applications.
“That pending the hearing of this application, a conservatory order is hereby issued restraining the respondents from using or benefiting from the authority of their offices in conducting organised partisan political campaigns,” the court directed.
Justice Mburu also directed that the matter be mentioned on July 16, 2026, to confirm compliance with the court’s directions and issue further orders on the petition.
The petitioner, in its application, argued that although the duo are entitled to hold personal political opinions, the Constitution prohibits them from using their offices to participate in partisan political campaigns.
According to the petitioner, the two Speakers have increasingly used their constitutional positions to promote President Ruto’s re-election campaign, contrary to the principles of impartiality expected from the offices they hold.
Vocal Africa specifically accuses Wetang’ula of attending several political events between June and July this year, where he allegedly urged Kenyans to rally behind President Ruto’s second-term bid.
The petition also referenced remarks allegedly made by Wetang’ula during a public function in Emuhaya Constituency, where he is said to have urged residents to back Ruto in the next General Election.
Kingi is similarly accused of actively participating in United Democratic Alliance (UDA)-organised political meetings, including a gathering at Burhani Grounds in Mombasa, where he allegedly endorsed Ruto’s re-election.
