The United Opposition has announced that it is exploring the possibility of reviving the International Criminal Court (ICC) case involving President William Ruto, revealing that efforts to assess potential new charges are underway.
According to the coalition, the initiative focuses on gathering additional evidence and supporting documentation that could strengthen a renewed case before the ICC.
While full details have not been made public, opposition leaders say the process is being handled cautiously and in line with international legal procedures.
President Ruto was previously charged at the ICC over alleged crimes against humanity linked to the 2007–2008 post-election violence. However, the case was dropped in 2016 after prosecutors cited insufficient evidence and challenges related to witness cooperation.
At the time, the court stated that the matter could only be reopened if credible new evidence became available.
The opposition’s announcement has injected fresh tension into Kenya’s political scene, particularly as the country edges closer to the 2027 general elections.
Political observers say the move is likely to spark renewed debate over accountability, justice, and the role of international courts in domestic politics.
The United Opposition insists that the move is not politically motivated, stressing that any action taken will be based strictly on verified and legally sound evidence.
Analysts note that while revisiting the ICC case could reignite discussions on justice and governance, critics argue it may also be used to influence public opinion during an election period.
For now, the coalition says it is still in the evidence-gathering phase and has not made any formal submission to the ICC.
How the court responds, should new material be presented, will determine the next steps in what remains one of Kenya’s most closely watched political and legal episodes.
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