Scandal victim in Finland's €1 billion case explodes in court with indifference
In a dramatic turn of events in a Nakuru court, witness Christopher Rotich found himself in the dock after being accused of disruptive behaviour and rudeness during his testimony against Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, Meshack Rono, and Joshua Lelei. The trial, centred around the Finnish and Canadian education program scandal, continued on September 16.
Rotich testified against the accused, accusing them of stealing his Sh1.17 million that he lost in the 2022 Finland and Canada Education programme scandal. However, his testimony was marked by agitation and refusal to produce evidence or answer questions, causing a disruption in the court proceedings.
The magistrate, Ndege, warned Rotich about the consequences of his behaviour, but despite the warning, Rotich continued to be rude and shout during the testimony. This led Ndege to convict him for his behaviour and find him guilty of criminal contempt.
"Having been warned by the court of the consequences, the witness decided to continue with insolence. I hereby convict him for his behaviour and find him guilty of criminal contempt," ruled Ndege.
After the conviction, Rotich was escorted out of the court by the court orderly, and the session was adjourned for about 10 minutes. Upon resumption, Rotich was put in the dock in a court that had added orderlies for security.
Rotich defended his actions, stating that he was willing to testify while respecting the court. He also testified that he refused to add more money to facilitate his son's travel because he believed the programme was being run by criminals.
One of the heated moments in the courtroom occurred when Rotich's son's payment for his study in Finland was brought up. Kibungei, Mandago's lawyer, pressed Rotich to explain why he was in possession of a bank statement from the Uasin Gishu Overseas Education Trust fund account. Rotich refused to answer the question multiple times, leading to further tension in the courtroom.
Despite the disruption, Rotich was allowed to continue testifying, and he mitigated and asked for forgiveness. The trial will continue on September 16, with Rotich's behaviour under close scrutiny.
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