Former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala has suffered a setback after the High Court on Monday upheld a gazette notice dated 19th August 2024 which removed him from the position as United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General.
Justice Bahati Mwamuye has quashed the decision by the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) that had temporarily reinstated Malala to his position.
The judge ruled that the gazette notice effecting Malala’s removal from his position remains valid and binding.
The High Court nullified the entire proceedings before the PPDT, thereby effectively closing the door on any attempt to challenge his ouster through that forum.
“The 1st respondent’s appeal before the PPDT is hereby terminated and shall not proceed before the tribunal. Any orders previously issued in favor of the respondent are hereby vacated,” ruled the court.
Malala, who had contested the move as unlawful and politically motivated, now faces an uncertain political future following the court’s decision.
