Also known as: Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado · Okoth Obado and Others · Republic v Okoth Obado and Others
Former Migori Governor facing judgment in 2018 Sharon Otieno murder trial, with parallel corruption charges withdrawn via plea bargain in 2026.
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All eyes will be on the High Court on Thursday as it delivers the long-awaited judgment in the murder trial of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and his two former aides, in the 2018 killing of Sharon Otieno. …
Judgment day for Obado as court rules on Sharon Otieno murder caseCitizen Digital
… The case of Republic v Okoth Obado and Others remains etched in the public memory because of the horrific killing of Sharon Otieno, who was pregnant at the time of her death. …
OPINION: The foetal personhood and the future of rights in KenyaCitizen Digital
… The case of Republic v Okoth Obado and Others remains etched in the public memory because of the horrific killing of Sharon Otieno, who was pregnant at the time of her death. …
OPINION: The foetal personhood and the future of rights in KenyaThe Standard
… He was the first witness to testify in the high-profile murder trial of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, where he told the Milimani Law Courts that Sharon Otieno’s body had sustained significant blood loss, with the intestines protruding through a wound on the flank. …
Chief Government Pathologist Dr Johansen Oduor admitted to the roll of advocatesThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeIt’s time to rethink plea bargains in graft cases Last week, a Nairobi court terminated the Sh73.5 million corruption trial of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado by allowing a plea deal that compelled him to forfeit Sh235 million to the State. …
It's time to rethink plea bargains in graft casesCitizen Digital
Lobby Group faults Obado's Ksh.73.4M plea bargain, says deal weakens war on graft By Joseph Muia May 16, 2026 10:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado during a past court app …
Lobby Group faults Obado's Ksh.73.4M plea bargain, says deal weakens war on graftCapital News
… e National Integrity Alliance have expressed deep concern and disappointment following the decision by the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court on May 15, to uphold a plea bargain agreement between the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and former Migori Governor Okoth Obado …
TI-Kenya Condemns Court Decision Upholding Obado Plea Bargain in Sh73.4mn Graft CaseCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya May 15 – Former Okoth Obado and four of his children have been discharged in a Sh73.5 million corruption case after the court approved a plea bargaining agreement that saw them surrender properties worth Sh235 million to the State. …
Obado Freed in Graft Case After Sh235 Million Property ForfeitureCitizen Digital
Relief for ex-Migori Governor Okoth Obado as corruption charges withdrawn By Dzuya Walter May 15, 2026 11:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado at the Milimani Law Courts on …
Relief for ex-Migori Governor Okoth Obado as corruption charges withdrawnThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeFormer Migori Governor Okoth Obado, his four children and several associates have walked free after the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court allowed the Director of Public Prosecution's bid to withdraw the Sh73.5 million graft case against them following an out-of-cour …
Court allows DPP to withdraw Sh73.5m Obado case after Sh235m repaymentThe High Court will deliver judgment Thursday in the murder trial of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two former aides in the 2018 killing of Sharon Otieno, ending nearly eight years of investigations and court proceedings in one of the country's most high-profile criminal cases.
8 hours ago · The Standard →
The High Court will deliver judgment Thursday in the murder trial of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two former aides in the 2018 killing of Sharon Otieno, ending nearly eight years of investigations and court proceedings in one of the country's most high-profile criminal cases.
8 hours ago · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that a recent court judgment overturning a 2022 High Court ruling that abortion is not a fundamental right has implications for constitutional rights, healthcare access, and gender equality in Kenya.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece examines a recent court judgment that overturned a 2022 High Court ruling, holding that abortion is not a fundamental right in Kenya. The author argues the decision has implications for constitutional rights, healthcare access, and gender equality, and questions how courts should balance fetal interests with the rights of pregnant persons.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Dr Johansen Oduor, the Chief Government Pathologist, has been admitted to the roll of advocates of the High Court of Kenya after completing legal training. He was enrolled as an advocate during a ceremony presided over by Chief Justice Martha Koome, joining 166 lawyers called to the Bar.
25 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard editorial argues that plea bargaining in corruption trials should be used sparingly and not become a default option for weak prosecution, following the termination of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado's Sh73.5 million trial through a deal requiring him to forfeit Sh235 million.
21 May 2026 · The Standard →
The National Integrity Alliance has criticised the plea bargain agreement that led to the withdrawal of corruption charges against former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and his co-accused in a Ksh.73.4 million case, arguing the deal risks weakening Kenya's fight against corruption.
16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court upheld a plea bargain agreement between prosecutors and former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and co-accused persons in a Sh73.4 million corruption case. Transparency International Kenya and the National Integrity Alliance expressed deep concern, arguing the ruling undermines accountability and public confidence in the justice system.
16 May 2026 · Capital News →
Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and four of his children have been discharged in a Sh73.5 million corruption case after agreeing to forfeit properties worth Sh235 million to the State under a plea bargaining agreement approved by the High Court.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
A Nairobi court approved an agreement leading to the withdrawal of corruption charges against former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and 13 others, ruling that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions acted without abuse of power in reaching the agreement.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Milimani Anti-Corruption Court allowed the Director of Public Prosecution to withdraw the Sh73.5 million case against former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and associates following a Sh235 million civil forfeiture settlement with the EACC and surrender of two motor vehicles.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →