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Shadrack Wambui

Also known as: lawyer Shadrack Wambui

Lawyer who filed a petition challenging parliamentary review of former President Uhuru Kenyatta's retirement benefits.

2026-05-052026-09-13

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Standard

    The lawyer was represented by a battery of lawyers led by Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama and advocate Shadrack Wambui who told the court that Kiambu High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye had issued orders barring the DPP, DCI and IG from further arresting, detention, ar

    Lawyer Okello walks free after High Court blocks forgery prosecution
  3. July 2026
  4. Capital News

    However, the detention application has been opposed by the suspects’ defence team, led by advocates Danstan Omari, Cliff Ombeta and Shadrack Wambui, who urged the court to reject the prosecution’s request.

    DCI Seeks 30-Day Detention of Mother and Son Over Murder of Dr Victoria Mutiso
  5. Citizen Digital

    However, defence lawyer Danstan Omari and Shadrack Wambui opposed the application, explaining that the 5th and 6th accused persons had genuine reasons for their absence.

    South C building collapse: Court issues arrest warrant for accused Nairobi County official
  6. June 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    In a petition and an urgent application filed before the Constitutional and Human Rights Division of the High Court, Sheria Mtaani through advocate Shadrack Wambui is seeking orders suspending the enforcement of several provisions of the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules,

    Second petition filed to block implementation of NTSA's car inspection law
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeThe High Court in Kiambu has asked lawyer Shadrack Wambui to consider withdrawing an application for orders seeking to stop the Senate from debating a motion to review retired President Uhuru Kenyatta’s retirement benefits.

    Court asks lawyer to shelve bid to halt Senate debate on Uhuru benefits
  9. Citizen Digital

    The petition was filed by lobby group Sheria Mtaani alongside advocate Shadrack Wambui, who moved to court under a certificate of urgency seeking orders to stop Parliament from considering the proposed motion.

    Senate dismisses petition to block Uhuru benefits review as premature, speculative
  10. May 2026
  11. Capital News

    In the case filed before the Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nyeri, Shadrack Wambui is seeking an award of Sh10 million for each of the affected recruits, citing alleged violations of their constitutional rights, public embarrassment, and emotional distress following the

    Sh180mn Compensation Sought in petition challenging Expulsion of 18 Female Kiganjo Police Recruits over pregnancy
  12. The Standard

    Lawyer Shadrack Wambui, appearing for Sheria Mtaani, argued that the Senate violated the Constitution by failing to refer the impeachment motion to a special committee before debate by the full House.He said Article 145 of the Constitution makes the formation of a special committ

    Gachagua's impeachment case resumes
  13. Citizen Digital

    The petitioner, Sheria Mtaani and Shadrack Wambui, is seeking conservatory orders to suspend the operation of Sections 4 and 6 of the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act pending the hearing and determination of the case.

    Petition filed to block Senate motion on former President’s retirement benefits
  14. Capital News

    In a certificate of urgency, lawyer Shadrack Wambui, practicing under Sheria Mtaani, argues that the move—linked to a motion associated with Kiprotich Cherargei—is unconstitutional and threatens vested rights protected under the Constitution.

    Petition Filed Against Parliament Over Uhuru Benefits Review
Society

High Court blocks prosecution of lawyer over forgery charges

The News

City lawyer Benard Odero Okello was arraigned at Kibera Law Court on Friday on 10 forgery-related charges involving the Kenya County Government Workers Union, but a High Court order barred his prosecution and required his immediate release. Justice Bahati Mwamuye restrained the DPP, DCI, and IG from arresting, detaining, charging or prosecuting Okello and staff at his law firm over transactions involving the union.

12 September 2026 · The Standard

Yesterday

  1. High Court blocks prosecution of lawyer over forgery charges

    City lawyer Benard Odero Okello was arraigned at Kibera Law Court on Friday on 10 forgery-related charges involving the Kenya County Government Workers Union, but a High Court order barred his prosecution and required his immediate release. Justice Bahati Mwamuye restrained the DPP, DCI, and IG from arresting, detaining, charging or prosecuting Okello and staff at his law firm over transactions involving the union.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 31 July

  1. DCI seeks 30-day detention in Dr. Victoria Mutiso murder case

    The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has asked courts to detain Rose Mulwa and her son Chris Mulwa for 30 days while investigating the murder of Dr. Victoria Nthunya Mutiso. Detectives allege the doctor reported two prior incidents in July involving armed men on a motorcycle before she was shot dead; police say she identified one attacker as Chris Mulwa, whose mother is the former wife of the deceased's husband.

    31 July 2026 · Capital News

Monday 20 July

  1. Court issues arrest warrant for Nairobi official in building collapse case

    A Nairobi court has issued a warrant of arrest against John Gombe Osike, a Nairobi City County Government employee, after he failed to appear in court on charges of willfully neglecting to stop construction of Mamzil Towers despite known noncompliance. The court also issued summons for five other absent accused persons to appear and answer charges, with the case mentioned again on July 27.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 29 June

  1. Second High Court petition seeks to block NTSA car inspection law

    A second petition has been filed at the High Court challenging the implementation of new mandatory motor vehicle inspection rules for private vehicles, arguing the regulations are unconstitutional and lacked proper public participation. The petitioner seeks orders suspending enforcement of the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026, scheduled to come into force on July 1, 2026.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Court suggests lawyer withdraw bid to block Senate debate on Uhuru benefits

    A High Court judge in Kiambu has asked lawyer Shadrack Wambui to consider withdrawing an application seeking to stop the Senate from debating a motion to review retired President Uhuru Kenyatta's retirement benefits. The judge noted that the matter has not yet been listed on any Senate order paper for debate and the court cannot proceed based on speculation.

    9 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. Senate asks court to dismiss Uhuru benefits review petition

    The Senate has urged the High Court to dismiss a petition seeking to stop Parliament from considering a motion to review former President Uhuru Kenyatta's retirement benefits, arguing the case is premature and founded on speculation.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 22 May

  1. 18 female police recruits seek Sh180m over Kiganjo expulsion

    A legal petition filed before the Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nyeri seeks Sh180 million in compensation for eighteen female police recruits dismissed from the National Police Service Training College in Kiganjo, alleging violations of constitutional rights and lack of fair hearing. The petitioner also demands reinstatement and claims the recruits had already completed all recruitment requirements including medical assessments and pregnancy screening before their removal.

    22 May 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 7 May

  1. Gachagua impeachment challenge resumes in High Court

    A three-judge High Court bench has resumed hearing a case challenging the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. His legal team argues that the National Assembly failed to conduct meaningful public participation before approving the impeachment motion, with lawyers contesting that the motion lacked sufficient detail for citizens to make informed submissions and questioning whether the claimed 30,000 public submissions within two days was realistic.

    7 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Constitutional petition blocks Senate review of ex-President retirement benefits

    A petition has been filed at Milimani Law Courts seeking to halt parliamentary review of a former President's retirement benefits, arguing that Sections 4 and 6 of the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act conflict with Article 151(3) of the Constitution, which protects such benefits from being varied to the holder's disadvantage.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Lawyer petitions court to stop parliamentary review of Uhuru benefits

    A Nairobi advocate has filed a petition seeking to halt a parliamentary motion to review and potentially alter former President Uhuru Kenyatta's retirement benefits, arguing the move is unconstitutional and violates constitutionally protected property rights. The lawyer contends Parliament lacks authority to unilaterally vary accrued presidential benefits under the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act.

    5 May 2026 · Capital News

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