Residents of Nanyuki, Laikipia County, have urged the Judiciary to fast-track the clearance of case backlogs to ensure timely delivery of justice.
Speaking during the Annual Judiciary Dialogue Day at the Nanyuki Law Court on Friday, residents noted that delays—particularly in land-related cases—have denied many community members justice. They emphasised that resolving the backlog would restore public confidence in the justice system.
The event was presided over by Nanyuki Chief Magistrate, Anthony Ndung’u, and held under the theme “Engaging Citizens and Strengthening Justice”.
The forum aimed to sensitise residents on judicial service delivery, transparency, and access to justice by allowing participants to interact directly with judicial officers and learn more about court operations.
During the dialogue day, residents were also informed about alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, mediation, handling family-related cases, and environmental and land matters.
Participants were encouraged to embrace judiciary digital platforms to access services more efficiently and promptly.
Other stakeholders present included officers from the prisons and probation departments, as well as the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), who assured their collaboration in supporting the judiciary in timely justice delivery.
By Muturi Mwangi
