Former Chief Justice Benjamin Odoki has warned the public against misinterpreting the Judiciary’s interaction with the Executive as being compromised.
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| Outgoing Chief Justice Benjamin Odoki (L) hands over a copy of the Constitution to incoming Chief Justice Bart Katureebe at the High Court in Kampala on Thursday. Justice Katureebe thanked his predecessor for laying a firm foundation |
Speaking at a handover ceremony to Justice Bart Katureebe on Thursday, Justice Odoki said the independence of the Judiciary was very sensitive which his successor must uphold, adding that it would remain “irrelevant” if it does not engage the other arms of government.
“One of the difficult areas is maintaining the independence of the Judiciary which is the fundamental pillar in constitutional doctrine and administration of justice. The Chief Justice must remain the face of Judiciary, but he must engage in constructive relationship with other organs of the government,” Justice Odoki said.
“There is no way you are going to succeed here if you keep yourself in office and not engage with other organs of government... If you are going to seek more funds, you must not shy in asking,” he added. Read more
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