By Eddah Waithaka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has strongly condemned the death of Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody at Central Police Station, Nairobi, in what appears to be a blatant violation of due process and human rights. Ojwang, arrested in Homa Bay on allegations of “false publication” related to a […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called for immediate accountability over the brutal killings of unarmed civilians by security officers during last year’s protests. In a strongly worded statement, LSK President Faith Odhiambo condemned the extrajudicial executions and demanded urgent investigations into historical violations by state security organs. The BBC Africa […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has criticized the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) for its inability to fight corruption, ensure transparency and protect the independence of the judiciary. In a statement released on Wednesday, LSK President Faith Odhiambo expressed concern over the inconsistencies in the decisions of the High Court and the […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called for compensation for families evicted from riverside land in Nairobi following flooding. Speaking in Nairobi on Monday 13th May, LSK President Faith Odhiambo condemned the forced eviction of people living on riparian land in Mukuru kwa Rueben. “We have formally instructed one of our […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has petitioned Parliament to impeach the CS for gross misconduct, violation of the Constitution and incapacity to hold public office within the next seven days. In a press statement issued by President Faith Odhiambo, the lawyers’ lobby says it will take legal action against the Cabinet […]
