Institute for Development Studies, University of Nairobi

This paper briefly examines the legal and governmental issues arising from the recent revelation of Rift Valley Province police ngoroko activities, the subsequent warning by the Attorney-General to such “subversive” elements, and the constitutionality of the recent appointment and functioning of the Attorney-General as acting Minister for Commerce and Industry. These are discussed in the context of adherence to the popular politico-legal doctrines and practice of the Rule of Law and Justice and Separation of Powers and the shaping of public opinion thereon.