Here is a selection of media stories in the Kenyan press:

• The Star reports that the government has written to the ICC to say the killing of a senior police officer last month is not connected with the cases before the court. Government explains Kimeli death to Ocampo

• Daily Nation columnist Macharia Gaitho warns Chief Justice nominee Willy Mutunga to be ready for strong resistance to his appointment from beneficiaries of the 24-year rule of former President Daniel arap Moi. Reformist Chief Justice should expect vicious fight from Nyaoism remnants

• The Star warns current members of the judiciary against plans to sabotage the work of the Chief Justice and Deputy Chief Justice nominees, if they are confirmed to their positions. Confirm the JSC nominees