Also known as: Attorney General Dorcas Oduor · Attorney-General Dorcas Oduor · AG Dorcas Oduor · AG Oduor · Ms Oduor
Attorney General defending major government contracts and facing contempt of court allegations over Ebola facility construction.
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Audio By Vocalize Attorney General Dorcas Oduor has defended the Sh154 billion JKIA modernisation contract, saying it underwent rigorous legal scrutiny to protect Kenya’s interests. …
AG Dorcas Oduor defends JKIA renovation contract amid transparency concernsThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize A three-judge High Court bench has dismissed Attorney General Dorcas Oduor’s bid to strike out Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah's petition challenging the legality and constitutionality of Kenya's Sh7 trillion public debts. …
Court rejects AG's bid to dismiss Kenya's sh 7 trillion 'Odious debt' caseThe Standard
… backlogs, and recommend legal and institutional reforms to enhance service delivery.Speaking during the inauguration of the Task Force on the Incorporation and Institutional Transformation of the Public Trustee Department at Sheria House in Nairobi, Attorney General Dorcas Oduor …
State banks on new taskforce to reform public trustee departmentCitizen Digital
High Court to decide whether AG Oduor, CS Duale defied Ebola facility orders By Dzuya Walter June 18, 2026 07:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A side-by-side image of AG Dorcas Oduor and Health CS Aden Du …
High Court to decide whether AG Oduor, CS Duale defied Ebola facility ordersCitizen Digital
… an countries launch anti-corruption research centre in Nairobi By Joseph Muia June 17, 2026 06:55 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter From Right: EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud, Chairperson David Oginde, AG Dorcas Oduor …
43 African countries launch anti-corruption research centre in NairobiThe Standard
… mud Abdi said intra-African trade made it crucial that clean money circulate across the continent and called for streamlined mutual legal assistance among African nations to ensure accountability.EACC Chairperson David Oginde, CEO Abdi Ahmed Mohamud, Attorney General Dorcas Oduor …
Technology, collaboration key in graft fight, Oginde saysThe Standard
A human rights body has filed a fresh application, seeking to punish Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and the Attorney General Dorcas Oduor for allegedly defying the court on the Ebola quarantine facility being built at Laikipia Airbase for United States of America (USA) Ebola …
Lobby sues Health CS, AG for contempt in Ebola quarantine facility sagaThe Standard
A human rights body has filed a fresh application, seeking to punish Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and the Attorney General Dorcas Oduor for allegedly defying the court on the Ebola quarantine facility being built at Laikipia Airbase for United States of America (USA) Ebola …
CS Duale, AG Oduor in the spot for contempt in Ebola quarantine facility sagaThe Standard
… e that if a suspected or confirmed case arises, our health system can respond swiftly and effectively while protecting the public," he said.His remarks came a day after Katiba Institute filed an application at the High Court seeking to cite Duale and Attorney General Dorcas Oduor …
Duale defends Laikipia Ebola facility amid court disputeCitizen Digital
… PHOTO | COURTESY | MoH Audio By Vocalize Katiba Institute has moved to the High Court seeking to have Attorney General Dorcas Oduor and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale cited for contempt of court over alleged disobedience of orders issued on May 28, 2026 and June 2, 2026, reg …
Health CS Duale faces contempt of court charges in Ebola facility caseAttorney General Dorcas Oduor has defended the Sh154 billion JKIA modernisation contract with China Road and Bridge Corporation, saying it underwent rigorous legal scrutiny and that the procurement process was transparent with tender documents publicly available. She dismissed claims her office rubber-stamped the deal, insisting they fully participated in reviewing the agreement.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
Attorney General Dorcas Oduor has defended the Sh154 billion JKIA modernisation contract with China Road and Bridge Corporation, saying it underwent rigorous legal scrutiny and that the procurement process was transparent with tender documents publicly available. She dismissed claims her office rubber-stamped the deal, insisting they fully participated in reviewing the agreement.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
A three-judge High Court bench rejected Attorney General Dorcas Oduor's bid to dismiss Senator Okiya Omtatah's petition challenging the legality of Kenya's Sh7 trillion public debts. The court ruled the petition, which alleges odious debts of Sh6.95 trillion accumulated between 2014/2015 and 2023/2024, shall proceed to hearing on its merits.
26 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government has created a taskforce to improve access to estates of deceased relatives and reduce delays in succession processes. The taskforce has four months to audit the Public Trustee Department, streamline administration of estates and trusts, clear case backlogs, and recommend legal and institutional reforms.
26 June 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court will on June 22, 2026 rule on whether Attorney General Dorcas Oduor and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale should be cited for contempt over alleged disobedience of court orders suspending construction of a proposed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Airbase. The Law Society of Kenya and Katiba Institute accuse the officials of failing to comply with orders halting the project.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
43 African countries have officially launched the Centre for Anti-Corruption Studies and Research in Africa (CEREAC) in Nairobi during the 8th Annual General Assembly of the Association of African Anti-Corruption Authorities. The centre, the first of its kind in Africa, will provide research, training, capacity building and technical support to anti-corruption agencies across the continent.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
EACC Chairperson David Oginde warned that corruption has grown more sophisticated with new technology, and called on anti-corruption agencies to deepen regional cooperation and modernise their tools, including blockchain and artificial intelligence. The EACC hosted the 43rd Heads of the African Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities summit in Nairobi and launched Africa's first Anti-Corruption Research Centre.
17 June 2026 · The Standard →
Katiba Institute has filed a High Court application seeking to punish Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Attorney General Dorcas Oduor for allegedly defying court orders by continuing construction of an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Airbase.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
A human rights organization has filed an application seeking to punish Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Attorney General Dorcas Oduor for allegedly defying court orders and allowing construction of an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Airbase to continue despite court directives.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale defended construction of an Ebola facility at Laikipia Air Base as a precautionary measure, not evidence of an outbreak, after Katiba Institute sought to cite him for contempt for ignoring court orders halting the work. Duale said Kenya has not recorded any Bundibugyo virus cases and the government has strengthened preparedness following an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Katiba Institute has moved to the High Court seeking to have Attorney General Dorcas Oduor and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale cited for contempt of court over alleged disobedience of orders issued on May 28 and June 2, 2026, regarding construction of an Ebola treatment facility in Laikipia County.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government is seeking an out-of-court settlement in a petition challenging the age limit for the position of local administrator (Chief II).
5 June 2026 · The Standard →
Opposition leaders have questioned President Ruto's approval of a US-backed Ebola treatment facility at Laikipia Air Base, citing lack of government transparency and public consultation despite health professionals raising concerns. Ruto defended the decision as part of a long-standing agreement with the United States, but a court order has halted construction.
2 June 2026 · The Standard →
Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has been sworn in as a commissioner of the Kenya Law Reform Commission alongside Annette Imbuhila Wangia on May 20, 2026, following his nomination by the Council of Governors and gazettement by the Attorney General. He will serve a five-year term and is expected to strengthen legal reforms tied to devolution, governance and access to justice.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former Industrialisation Cabinet Secretary Adan Mohamed was sworn in on Wednesday as Commissioner General of the Kenya Revenue Authority for a three-year term, replacing Humphrey Wattanga. His appointment has been challenged in court by Benard Opere on grounds that Mohamed had exceeded the retirement age of 60 years for public officers.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Attorney General's office has ordered all registered societies to file their annual returns within 60 days from May 15, 2026, or face enforcement action including suspension or cancellation of registration under the Societies Act.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto launched Justice Njoki Ndung'u's candidature for the International Criminal Court judge position at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, calling it a national endorsement and urging Kenyans to support her bid. Ruto highlighted Justice Njoki's over three decades of service as a State counsel, Nominated MP, constitutional reform advocate, and Supreme Court judge.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto launched Lady Justice Njoki Ndung'u's candidature for the International Criminal Court judge position at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, calling it a national endorsement and emphasizing Kenya's commitment to international justice and a rules-based international order.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has stepped up Kenya's diplomatic push for Justice Njoki Ndung'u to be elected as an ICC judge, introducing her to leaders from numerous African and international countries during the Africa Forward Summit. Kenya is seeking support from the 125 member states of the Rome Statute, emphasising Justice Ndung'u's legal experience and contributions to constitutional jurisprudence.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Prison authorities and the Attorney-General have defended strict regulation of online education in prisons, arguing that internet and laptop access poses serious security risks. The defence was filed in response to a case by Erastus Ngura Odhiambo, an inmate serving a 20-year sentence who pursued online master's degrees while imprisoned.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto said Kenya is changing for the better and pointed to economic growth during his three years in office as proof the country is headed in the right direction. He highlighted progress in universal health coverage, agriculture, education and housing, and vowed that Kenya will become a first-world economy within his lifetime.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Justice Francis Tuiyott, appearing before the Judicial Service Commission for vetting for a Supreme Court position, has called for deeper examination of whether adult consent in Female Genital Mutilation cases is truly voluntary or influenced by cultural and societal pressures. He argued that judges must balance personal autonomy with the broader social context when considering FGM laws.
29 April 2026 · The Standard →
The Judicial Service Commission has nominated Court of Appeal Judge Mohamed Warsame for appointment to the Supreme Court, with his nomination forwarded to President William Ruto for formal appointment. Warsame, 58, will replace Justice Mohamed Ibrahim, who died on December 17, 2025.
29 April 2026 · The Standard →