Faith Odhiambo Stories

LSK to launch probe into judicial corruption, incompetence in January
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 18, 2024

As part of its commitment to restoring the judiciary’s credibility, the LSK announced the establishment of a committee to collect complaints against j...

Why LSK President Faith Odhiambo won Jurist of the Year award
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 12, 2024

Her courage during the protest period saw her call out the police for their acts of brutality that human reports attribute to the loss of over 60 yout...

LSK threatens to ban Ugandan lawyers after Karua was denied practising certificate
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 10, 2024

LSK President Faith Odhiambo described the Uganda Law Council’s move to deny Karua a temporary permit to represent opposition leader Dr Kiiza Besigye...

LSK now wants President Ruto to reveal costs of cancelled Adani Deals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 22, 2024

In a statement, LSK President Faith Odhiambo welcomed the President's directive but stressed the need for accountability.

Judges and magistrates association downplays LSK accusations of corruption
Joseph Ndunda  |  Nov 22, 2024

On Wednesday, the LSK claimed there is widespread corruption in the Judiciary and state capture by the executive.

LSK's Faith Odhiambo slams CJ Koome over failure to tackle corruption in Judiciary
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 20, 2024

The LSK statement highlighted that surveys and persistent complaints from members pointed to a judiciary that appeared complacent and unable to defend...

Chief Justice Koome inaugurates Dagoretti Law Courts to address Nairobi case backlog
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 11, 2024

The Dagoretti Law Courts will house a Magistrates' Court, a Small Claims Court, and a Gender Justice Court dedicated to handling cases of sexual and g...

High court gives IG last chance to explain whereabouts of three abducted Kenyans
Joseph Ndunda  |  Sep 03, 2024

The three are Bob Micheni Njagi, Jamil Longton and Aslam Longton suspected to have been abducted by security agents on August 19, 2024, for perception...

LSK condemns rise of politically radicalised groups during anti-govt demos
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 24, 2024

LSK has also faulted the police whom they claim allowed the perpetrators of goonism and violence to reign fear and terror among innocent Kenyans.

Gen Z protests help bring forth Faith Odhiambo’s resolve for bolder LSK
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 14, 2024

Her zeal in defending the rights of Kenyans was quickly noticed, with many praising her unrelenting determination.

Court declines to quash gazette notice establishing presidential task-force on health
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jul 09, 2024

They wanted the high court to issue orders prohibiting any person from convening, aiding, attending, reporting to, receiving reports from, paying or f...

Kindiki: Police officers involved in alleged abductions to be prosecuted
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 09, 2024

Kindiki reiterated the government's duty to respect and protect the constitutional rights of all citizens.

LSK president declines Ruto appointment to task force auditing public debt
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 06, 2024

The lawyer's lobby declined the appointment noting that auditing public debt is a role designated by the constitution to the office of Auditor General...

Isiolo residents react to Ruto’s latest austerity measures
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jul 05, 2024

"Despite all this, as a nation, we are finally having the right conversation, not about our tribes, personalities, or political formations, but rather...

Finance Bill demos: Kidnapped students Joshua Okayo, Regis Wanjala found
Bashir Mohammed  |  Jun 29, 2024

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) confirmed Joshua Okayo's rescue along with that of Regis Wanjala, another student who had also been missing.

LSK obtains orders barring security agencies from abducting protesters
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 26, 2024

The society filed the suit following a spate of abductions of persons supporting the protests on their social media accounts.

How delay in picking IEBC commissioners has disenfranchised voters
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jun 07, 2024

With no commissioners, IEBC cannot draw new boundaries, a crucial role whose deadline expired two months ago

Zulfa Adam: Fiery Garissa lawyer's rise to the helm of LSK Governing Council
Hanifa Adan  |  Mar 08, 2024

Zulfa's brevity in vying for a position at the LSK from a marginalised area has inspired others for inclusivity, diversity and leadership right to the...

Lawyer Faith Odhiambo elected LSK president
Joseph Ndunda  |  Feb 29, 2024

She replaces the outgoing president Eric Theûri and becomes the 51st president.

Stay ahead of the news! Click ‘Yes, Thanks’ to receive breaking stories and exclusive updates directly to your device. Be the first to know what’s happening.