Nairobi, Kenya. Kenya’s legal landscape saw a historic shift today as A.G Dorcas Oduor SC, EBS, OGW was officially inaugurated as the nation’s first female Attorney General during a significant handover ceremony. Public Service Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Justin B. Muturi officiated the event, marking a new era of innovation and efficiency in the State Law Department.
In her inaugural address, Attorney General Oduor outlined a series of transformative initiatives aimed at modernizing the department. Key among her announcements was the digitization of the Probate and Administration Department. “We have already begun digitizing our records,” A.G Oduor stated. Our next focus will be on digitizing marriage records to streamline public access further.”
Oduor also extended a warm invitation to Emeritus Attorney General Hon Justin B. Muturi, welcoming him as the inaugural guest of the newly established Sheria Space. The series will commence next Wednesday and will occur every subsequent Wednesday. This initiative aims to foster legal discourse and community engagement.
Highlighting her commitment to improving public service, Attorney General Oduor urged all Heads of Departments (HODs) to actively participate in the upcoming Open Days, starting every next Saturday for the next 4 weeks. These sessions are designed to provide free legal aid in collaboration with the Department of Public Trustees to address and resolve the backlog within the State Law Department.
In his remarks, CS Muturi expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing reforms. “When I first took office, my primary goal was to enhance the office of the Attorney General and relocate State Counsel officers to Pension Towers. We needed a modern, robust management system, and I am confident that under AG Oduor’s leadership, we will achieve this.” CS Muturi also highlighted the critical role of civil litigation teams, praising their contributions while urging continued support and appreciation for staff members who have dedicated years of service. “The work done by our civil litigation teams often goes unreported, yet their impact is substantial. They are the unsung heroes of our legal system.”
The ceremony underscored a shared commitment to advancing Kenya’s legal framework and ensuring efficient delivery of justice. AG Oduor and CS Muturi’s collaborative efforts mark a pivotal moment in the ongoing evolution of Kenya’s legal institutions.
