LSK raises alarm on safety of lawyers after killing of Kyalo Mbobu
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Senior Counsel Bar have expressed deep shock and outrage following the brutal killing of prominent lawyer Kyalo Mbobu in a shared statement on X on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
Mbobu, an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with over three decades of legal practice, was gunned down on the evening of September 9, 2025, in a drive-by shooting by unknown assailants who fled the scene on a motorcycle.
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In the statement, LSK described the murder as a “dark day for the legal profession and the country at large,” sending condolences to Mbobu’s family, friends, and colleagues. The society mourned him as a distinguished member of the bar who dedicated his career to service, mentorship, and scholarship.
Mbobu’s contributions to the legal field were extensive. As a lecturer at the University of Nairobi, he helped shape future generations of legal practitioners.
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His published texts, particularly on the law of evidence, remain a valuable resource for both students and practising advocates.
He also served the country in leadership positions, including his tenure as Chair of the Political Parties Dispute Tribunal, where his decisions left a lasting impact on Kenya’s governance and electoral processes.
The LSK praised Mbobu’s dedication, noting that his legacy would continue to inspire the profession.
“We fondly honour Mbobu for his efforts in moulding future generations of legal practitioners and his devout service to justice,” the statement read.
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Safety of advocates
Beyond mourning, the LSK expressed grave concern about the safety of lawyers in Kenya, warning that Mbobu’s murder bore the hallmarks of a premeditated assassination. The society highlighted a disturbing pattern in which advocates are targeted, intimidated, and even killed for the work they do in defending justice.
“The effective discharge of constitutional functions by advocates requires an environment free from fear and persecution,” the statement read, describing the killing as a damning test of Kenya’s justice system.
The statement concluded with a strong call for decisive action against rising insecurity, arguing that unchecked crime endangers Kenya’s constitutional democracy and pushes the nation closer to lawlessness.
