Ahmed Hashi calls out Martha Koome over silence on corruption
By David Nthua, August 14, 2025Governance Expert Ahmed Hashi has challenged the Chief Justice Martha Koome to wake up and help in the war on graft in the Judiciary and Kenya at large.
Speaking to one of the local TV stations on Thursday, August 14, 2025, Hashi regretted that the dragon of corruption has not spared the judiciary either.
Hashi expressed concern that the Judiciary, which is part of the government and holds oversight over so many things, is failing to speak up about the worsening state of corruption in the country.
He pointedly remarked, “The judiciary, which is part of our government and which has oversight over so many things. We have a Chief Justice who is smiling about the job.
“Has anyone heard the judiciary say anything about this country? Could it be it is complicit in the whole graft issue? I think we are in deeper trouble than the way I thought we were.”
His remarks reflect growing public frustration with perceived institutional silence in the face of runaway corruption.
Kenyans’ take
Many Kenyans who followed the interview agreed with Hashi’s concerns, noting that the fight against corruption cannot succeed if one arm of government appears quiet or slow to act.
In their view, silence from the Judiciary leaves ordinary people feeling alone in the struggle, while those accused of graft continue to operate without fear.
His remarks come at a time when the Judiciary has been the subject of public discussion, with some Kenyans questioning certain rulings and expressing unease over claims of bribery within court corridors.
Civil society voices have also reminded the country that without trust in the courts, it becomes difficult to bring corrupt officials to justice.
By openly addressing the Chief Justice, Hashi’s words have added weight to a conversation many say has been whispered for too long. For some, his comments are simply a call for stronger leadership; for others, they are a sign that the public is growing impatient and wants to see real change.