Attorney General Stories

Court overturns promotion of over 200 staff at Attorney General’s office
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 30, 2025

The court further found that the promotions failed to comply with constitutional requirements on fair competition, transparency, and representation.

State launches committee to speed up land and environmental cases stalling key projects
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 29, 2025

The Attorney General said the legal audit conducted by her office showed that the government is either a principal or interested party in all the 10,5...

I still hold the Public Seal - Attorney General Dorcas Oduor
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 29, 2025

The confusion stems from reports that the seal had been shifted from the AG’s office to the Head of Public Service through the National Administration...

MUHURI demands answers on alleged transfer of public seal from Attorney General's office
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 22, 2025

Khelef wants to establish whether the requisite public participation was conducted in line with the inclusivity, good governance, integrity, transpare...

AG seeks to strike out IEBC petition, citing prematurity and violation of constitutional doctrines
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 19, 2025

The court is expected to first rule on the Attorney General’s preliminary objection before considering the substance of the case.

State moves to block Omtatah’s Sh4.6 trillion debt suit, citing ongoing audit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

Omtatah is asking the court to hold the former President and his administration personally liable for the debts and surcharge them under Article 226(5...

AG Dorcas Oduor appoints selection panel to appoint Waqf Commission members
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 29, 2025

The panel includes Jawahir Keinan Hassan, Al-Hajji Hassan Kirua ole Naado, Sheikh Ibrahim Lethome Asmani, Sheikh Abdala Ibrahim Ateka, and Sumayya Has...

MPs push to scrap one-third salary rule amid rising tax burden
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 29, 2025

The Employment Act, 2007 bars employers from deducting more than two-thirds of an employee’s basic salary.

PSC backs petition challenging promotions at Attorney General’s office
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 05, 2025

The Employment and Labour Relations Court had suspended the appointments after Gikenyi claimed they were not filled competitively and lacked diversity...

Corruption cases to be resolved in six months under new plan, says AG Dorcas Oduor
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 28, 2025

AG Oduor stressed the urgency of tackling corruption with speed and efficiency, urging institutions to embrace accountability and modern investigative...

Court orders Attorney General to file response on petition to push enforced disappearance cases to ICC
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 05, 2025

The individuals who have been abducted are reportedly active social media users known for their outspoken criticism of President Ruto and his administ...

Attorney General launches garden wedding services to enhance couples’ experience
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 17, 2024

Oduor said the newly launched VIP marriage room in Nairobi offers a premium option for couples seeking an elegant but intimate wedding experience.

New Attorney General offices in 15 counties expected to enhance access to justice 
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2024

The government aims to ensure that all Kenyans, regardless of location, can access vital legal services without unnecessary travel.

Petition to overturn 6-year-old tax relief for manufacturers faces opposition from AG
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 30, 2024

Mboya’s petition criticised the government for allegedly unfairly introducing the framework, citing that Blue Nile Rolling Mills (BNRM) and 17 other c...

AG Oduor says state not behind Bill seeking to regulate religious bodies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 28, 2024

She stressed that the Bill reflects the views and legislative agenda of Senator Mungatana, not the government.

Attorney General unveils bill to ensure public opinions are captured in State policies
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2024

During the CSs' vetting, Attorney General Odour had pledged to tackle the issue of legislation being deemed unconstitutional by the courts due to insu...

Sudan's attorney general calls for end to UN fact-finding mission
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 11, 2024

Tayfour claimed that the RSF had looted and occupied 540,000 civilian properties, 80 per cent of which were private homes.

AG Dorcas Oduor forms committee to address mass failure of law students
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 29, 2024

Data from the Council of Legal Education (CLE) shows that students have been failing the bar exam for the past 15 years, raising questions about their...

Attorney General Oduor introduces Saturday shift at Sheria House to clear backlogs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 22, 2024

Oduor revealed that she has planned a series of transformative initiatives to modernise the department.

Dorcas Oduor assumes office as Kenya's first female Attorney General, unveils reform agenda
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 21, 2024

One of the primary issues Oduor aims to address is the backlog in the Department of Public Trustees. To tackle this, she announced the introduction of...

Appointments Committee approves Beatrice Moe, Dorcas Oduor nominations to Cabinet
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 14, 2024

The committee's report was tabled in the National Assembly by Minority leader Junet Mohamed on Wednesday morning.

Attorney General nominee Dorcas Oduor's in-tray is full should she get approved
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 09, 2024

Oduor' office- that of Principal Legal Advisor to the President- is tasked with advising the President and all other government Ministries.

I’ll be a lawyer for the Kenyan people, says AG nominee Dorcas Oduor
Amina Wako  |  Aug 09, 2024

She stressed her dedication to actualising the provisions of the Constitution, including protecting the public interest and ensuring accountability.

Dorcas Oduor vows to address unconstitutional bills if confirmed as Attorney General
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 09, 2024

Oduor explained that many recent bills have aimed to align with the 2010 Constitution, introducing new legal concepts that can be challenging for both...

Tasks awaiting next Attorney General in wake of anti-government protests
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 31, 2024

One of the mandates of Oduor as the AG will be to promote human rights and implement the Constitution, and access to justice including through the pro...

Who is Dorcas Oduor? Kenya's first woman on brink of becoming Attorney General
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 30, 2024

If approved by the National Assembly, history would be made as she becomes the first female Attorney General of the Republic of Kenya.

Public invited to comment on Whistleblower Protection Bill 2024
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 29, 2024

Stakeholders and the general public have been encouraged to review the draft Bill, available on the State Law Office website.

I have no interest in Attorney General post - Kalonzo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 25, 2024

He emphasised that his previous role as Vice President surpasses the position of Attorney General in terms of responsibility.

Miano poised to make history as Kenya's first female Attorney General if she gets MPs nod
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 19, 2024

Miano was nominated on Friday after President Ruto dismissed the former Attorney General early this month. If approved by Parliament, Miano will becom...

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