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February 1, 2026
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Don't run away, Murkomen tells Law Society of Kenya

Don't run away, Murkomen tells Law Society of Kenya

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has criticised the Law Society of Kenya for "retreating to the sidelines" when called upon to advise the government...

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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has criticized the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) for withdrawing from government engagement, urging them to partner in reforms rather than confront from afar. His comments were made during the groundbreaking ceremony for the "Wakili Towers" in Nairobi.

  • Murkomen urged the LSK to fulfill its statutory responsibility to advise the government, likening their current approach to that of an NGO.
  • The criticism appears to address LSK President Faith Odhiambo's resignation from a panel on victim compensation, citing "credibility and legal concerns."
  • Chief Justice Martha Koome supported Murkomen's sentiments, highlighting the judiciary's positive reception of LSK's objective criticism.
  • The 11-story "Wakili Towers" project, described as a "symbol of resilience," will feature conference rooms, offices, and recreational facilities.

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