Former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala has suffered a major political setback after the High Court upheld a Gazette notice dated August 19, 2024, that removed him from the position.
In a Monday morning ruling, Justice Bahati Mwamuye quashed the decision of the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) that had temporarily reinstated Malala.
The court ruled that the Gazette notice effecting Malala’s removal is valid and remains binding.
“The first respondent’s appeal before the PPDT is hereby terminated and shall not proceed before the tribunal. Any orders previously issued in favour of the respondent are hereby vacated,” Justice Mwamuye ruled out.
The High Court also nullified the entire proceedings before the PPDT, effectively closing the door on any attempt to challenge his ouster.
This decision reinforces the appointment of former Mombasa Senator, Hassan Omar as the legitimate UDA Secretary-General.
Omar, a close ally of President William Ruto, is expected to steer the party in a challenging murky political waters special focus being the 2027 general elections.
