The supreme court in Kenya yesterday uphold Uhuru Kenyatta Election win. Chief justice Willy Mutunga announced the decision which was unanimous saying the poll was free and fair.
There was an angry mood in the Nairobi slum of Kibera reported BBC.
Many protested against the ruling, even outside the court yard. The police used tear gas to chase away people protesting against the ruling but the area became quiet after the court session ended.
Mr. Kenyatta vowed to serve all Kenyans, while his main challenger Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who lodge the appeal, pledged to respect the verdict.
Mr. Kenyatta and his running mate, William Ruto, are expected to be sworn in as president and vice president on 9th of April.
But they are facing trial on charges of crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for allegedly fuelling unrest after that election. They deny the charges.
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