The swearing-in ceremony was overseen by William Ruto today at Statehouse.

The head of state appointed the judges shortly after being sworn in as president.

Also in attendance were deputy president Rigathi Gachagua, Chief Justice Martha Koome, and Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu as well as CJ Emeritus David Maraga.

The president has vowed to support the judiciary in order to fast-track the dispensation of its duties.

"I’m aware that there's a need for us to support the Judiciary and in supporting the Judiciary we can't only dispense justice but also make justice less complicated and more accessible… It is important that we have an efficient, independent Judiciary."

The president also asked the judges to speed up the hearing and determination of graft and commercial cases.

"I look forward to working with the Judiciary as we move our country to the next level. I want to ask the Judiciary to support our government to ensure that corruption and commercial cases are completed in a timely manner," he said.

In his address, William Ruto noted that his government would respect the independence of the judiciary and other government institutions because all are equal before the law.

The oath of office was administered by Chief Registrar Ann Amadi.

The four judges sworn into office are Korir Kipyegon, Joel Ngugi, Odunga Vincent, and Muchelule Otsyula who will be working in the Court of Appeal.

Evans Makori and Elizabeth Omange will be stationed at the  Environment and Land Court.

The Judicial Service Commission had earlier nominated the six judges in 2019 after a rigorous vetting process. They would then be rejected by Uhuru Kenyatta citing failure to meet a “required threshold” as well as integrity issues.

Despite a court order in October 2019 compelling Uhuru Kenyatta to appoint the nominees, he remained adamant.

The Attorney General appealed the matter saying he was dissatisfied with the judgment rendered by Justice Wakiaga, George Dulu, and William Musyoka.