Kenya: High Court Orders Release of Man Detained Over Currency Mutilation Allegation

Nairobi — The High Court of Kenya in Kisumu has ordered the immediate release of a man who had been detained over allegations of mutilating currency notes, ruling that his continued detention violated constitutional provisions.

In a ruling delivered on March 12, Justice Joe Omido found that the decision by a subordinate court to hold Maximillan Motai Nyagwaya in custody was irregular and improper, noting that the alleged offence does not warrant remand under the Constitution.

The judge…