The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has welcomed the High Court’s verdict convicting former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, Michael Oyamo, and Caspal Obiero of the murder of Sharon Otieno, expressing anticipation for the sentencing.

• Sharon Otieno, a 28-year-old graduate and mother, was 28 weeks pregnant when murdered in 2018.
• The case involved the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and 42 witnesses.
• Okoth Obado and his co-accused will be remanded for 21 days pending pre-sentencing reports after their bond was revoked.

The Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has welcomed the High Court's conviction of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, Michael Oyamo, and Caspal Obiero for the 2018 murder of Sharon Otieno.

• The conviction is hailed as a significant milestone in the pursuit of justice for victims of serious crimes.
• The key individuals convicted are Okoth Obado, Michael Oyamo, and Caspal Obiero.
• Sharon Otieno, a 28-year-old mother of three, was 28 weeks pregnant when she was abducted and murdered.

Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has been acquitted of charges related to a Ksh1.1 billion Uasin Gishu scholarship program scandal. The High Court in Nakuru ruled on Thursday, July 23, that the prosecution failed to prove its case.

• Amount in question: Ksh1.1 billion
• Key figure: Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, formerly the Governor
• Context: The case involved allegations of misappropriated funds for students' overseas education, with parents reportedly contributing nearly Ksh957 million.