Kenya: DPP Opposes Bail for Juja MP Koimburi in Forgery Case

Nairobi Kenya — The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has opposed the temporary release of Juja MP George Koimburi, arguing that he is likely to abscond court proceedings.

In a statement, the DPP said the legislator would remain in custody until Tuesday, February 25, when the court will rule on his bail application.

Prosecution counsels Evelyn Onunga and Benjamin Kelwon told the court that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) lawmaker had previously failed to appear in court, leading to a…