President William Ruto has nominated Dorcas Agik Oduor, a seasoned legal professional, for the position of Attorney General.
The announcement, made on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, signals a commitment to fortifying the legal framework of the nation amidst ongoing reforms.
Oduor, currently serving as Secretary of Public Prosecutions within the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), brings over 30 years of legal experience in the public sector.
Her nomination marks a historic moment for Kenya, as she stands to become the first female Attorney General if approved by the National Assembly.
President Ruto’s office highlighted Oduor’s extensive contributions to the development of Kenyan law, praising her integrity, professional competence, and dedication to the rule of law.
“Senior Counsel Dorcas Oduor has demonstrated unimpeachable integrity, impressive professional competence, and steadfast commitment to the rule of law,” Felix K. Koskei, Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service, said in a statement.
Oduor’s legal journey began with her admission to the bar as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in 1992, following her attainment of a Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B) in 1990 and a postgraduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law in 1999
