A recent order by President Uhuru Kenyatta ordering the fresh vetting of all heads of procurement and accounting in public offices has been temporarily suspended by the High Court until 13th June.
Following Uhuru's directive which was issued on Madaraka Day, Head of Public Service Joseph Kinyua on Monday, ordered all heads of procurement and accounting units in ministries, departments, agencies and state corporations to step aside with immediate effect.
The move, however, now stands suspended as the court issued an interim order stopping the planned vetting - a matter which was certified as urgent.
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This followed a petition which was filed by activist Okiya Omtatah opposing the government's decision.
The concerned officials had equally been directed to submit personal information including their assets, liabilities and previous record of service.
The details were expected to be filed with the Office of the Head of Public Service at Harambee House by latest Friday and would assist in the vetting process.
According to the directive by the Head of State, the fresh vetting was expected to take place within 30 days and would also involve a lie-detector test.
Speaking during the 55th Madaraka Day celebrations at Kinoru stadium in Meru, Uhuru had indicated that corrupt officials will no longer be tolerated.
There has been a countrywide outcry following various reports of mega scandals including at the National Youth Service (NYS) where an alleged Ksh9 billion was lost.
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This has seen the government reiterate its resolve to deal decisively with all those implicated in corruption regardless of their status or affiliation.
