In a strong reaffirmation of the government’s commitment to safeguarding the independence of Kenya’s legal institutions, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki assured the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and other independent offices of full support.
Speaking at an event in Nairobi, Kindiki emphasized that the Executive, under President William Ruto, would not interfere with the operations of these institutions, instead offering resources and strategic direction to ensure their continued success.
“I am here today to recognize the intersection between the ODPP and the Executive in delivering on the common agenda,” said Kindiki, highlighting the importance of collaboration in achieving justice.
“The government is committed to providing resources, finances allowing, to ensure that we not only enhance but also safeguard the independence of these offices.”
Kindiki reassured the gathering that President Ruto has consistently emphasized non-interference with independent offices, but at the same time, has encouraged a holistic approach to tackling issues within the criminal justice sector.
“We will encourage a whole-of-government approach to the criminal justice sector, with no interference in the functions of independent offices,” he said
In his speech, Kindiki also congratulated the ODPP for its commitment to upholding the principles of Kenya’s transformative Constitution, particularly those focused on transparency, accountability, and public participation.
He stressed the importance of legal professionals acting impartially and upholding the highest ethical standards, calling on prosecutors to remain above reproach in their duties.
“The legal profession is on trial,” Kindiki warned, acknowledging that while most within the ODPP and the legal sector continue to uphold these values, there are still instances where standards have slipped.
He emphasized that the fight against corruption, often facilitated by professionals in the public sector, must be led by those in positions of power in the legal field.
Kindiki concluded by pledging the government’s ongoing commitment to supporting legal institutions, including the ODPP, the Judiciary, and the Attorney General’s Office, in their efforts to restore ethics and integrity to the profession.
“We must restore the dignity of the legal profession and ensure that we uphold the highest standards of governance,” he said.
The Deputy President’s remarks marked a significant step in reinforcing the government’s position on the independence of key legal institutions and their role in promoting justice and good governance in Kenya.
In a strong reaffirmation of the government’s commitment to safeguarding the independence of Kenya’s legal institutions, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki assured the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and other independent offices of full support.
Speaking at an event in Nairobi, Kindiki emphasized that the Executive, under President William Ruto, would not interfere with the operations of these institutions, instead offering resources and strategic direction to ensure their continued success.
“I am here today to recognize the intersection between the ODPP and the Executive in delivering on the common agenda,” said Kindiki, highlighting the importance of collaboration in achieving justice
“The government is committed to providing resources, finances allowing, to ensure that we not only enhance but also safeguard the independence of these offices.”
Kindiki reassured the gathering that President Ruto has consistently emphasized non-interference with independent offices, but at the same time, has encouraged a holistic approach to tackling issues within the criminal justice sector.
“We will encourage a whole-of-government approach to the criminal justice sector, with no interference in the functions of independent offices,” he said.
In his speech, Kindiki also congratulated the ODPP for its commitment to upholding the principles of Kenya’s transformative Constitution, particularly those focused on transparency, accountability, and public participation.
He stressed the importance of legal professionals acting impartially and upholding the highest ethical standards, calling on prosecutors to remain above reproach in their duties.
“The legal profession is on trial,” Kindiki warned, acknowledging that while most within the ODPP and the legal sector continue to uphold these values, there are still instances where standards have slipped.
He emphasized that the fight against corruption, often facilitated by professionals in the public sector, must be led by those in positions of power in the legal field.
Kindiki concluded by pledging the government’s ongoing commitment to supporting legal institutions, including the ODPP, the Judiciary, and the Attorney General’s Office, in their efforts to restore ethics and integrity to the profession.
“We must restore the dignity of the legal profession and ensure that we uphold the highest standards of governance,” he said.
The Deputy President’s remarks marked a significant step in reinforcing the government’s position on the independence of key legal institutions and their role in promoting justice and good governance in Kenya.
