Court Halts Suspension of Bumula MP Wamboka From PIC Chair

The High Court has halted the National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula’s decision to suspend Bumula MP Jack Wamboka from chairing the Public Investments Committee (PIC).

In a ruling delivered on Monday, May 11, 2026, Justice Gregory Mutai found that the decision to remove Wamboka from the committee leadership was made without granting him a fair hearing, a key requirement in matters of administrative and procedural justice.

Wetangula, acting under parliamentary procedural authority, effected changes that led to Wamboka being removed from his role as PIC chair.

Wamboka’s Petition

This move triggered a dispute, with Wamboka who challenged the decision in court on grounds that he was not given an opportunity to defend himself before being removed.

He argued that the process violated constitutional provisions on fair administrative action.

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In his ruling, Justice Mutai agreed with Wamboka’s position, maintaining that the Speaker’s decision did not meet the threshold of procedural fairness.

The court noted that even in parliamentary administrative matters, affected individuals are entitled to be heard before any decisions are made against them.

Court To Determine Legality Of Process

The High Court therefore suspended the implementation of the Speaker’s directive, effectively maintaining Wamboka’s position pending the full hearing of the petition.

The ruling means Wamboka’s removal remains on hold until the court makes a final determination on the legality of the process used to remove him

The Public Investments Committee is one of Parliament’s key oversight committees, mandated to examine audit reports on public expenditure and ensure accountability in the use of public funds.

Constitution

Leadership positions in such committees are typically determined through parliamentary party structures and House procedures.

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The court’s decision also underscores Article 47 of the Constitution, which guarantees every person the right to fair administrative action that is lawful, reasonable, and also procedurally fair.

The case is expected to proceed to full hearing, where the court will determine whether the Speaker’s actions complied with parliamentary standing orders and constitutional requirements.

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula PHOTO/Wetangula X.