A Nairobi-based lawyer, Kepha Ojijo, has officially asked the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) to remove Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki from the Roll of Advocates.

He claims that both leaders played a key role in the violent response by police during youth-led protests in 2024 and 2025.

Ojijo sent his request to LSK on Monday. In the motion, he says Murkomen and Kindiki failed to follow the Advocates’ Code of Conduct while serving in their powerful government roles.

At the time, they were in charge of national security and police operations.

Allegations Linked to Gen Z Protests

According to Ojijo, the two leaders allowed police to carry out violent operations. These actions reportedly led to the deaths, injuries, kidnappings, and disappearances of young protesters during the Gen Z demonstrations that took place across the country.

He believes their actions—or failure to stop the violence—show a clear case of gross misconduct. He also accuses them of turning a blind eye to human rights abuses.

“They continue to call themselves advocates while supporting police brutality,” Ojijo wrote in the petition. “This confuses the public and damages the reputation of the legal profession.”

Lack of Accountability

The lawyer further says that neither Murkomen nor Kindiki has taken any responsibility for what happened.

Instead of apologizing or admitting mistakes, Ojijo claims the two praised the actions of the police—even as evidence of abuse continued to emerge.

Rights groups and the public have raised many concerns about the government’s use of excessive force during the protests.

The June 25 demonstrations, for example, left several people dead, including three who were shot in Emali.

Lawyer Calls for Urgent Meeting

To address the issue, Ojijo is urging the LSK to hold a Special General Meeting. He wants members to vote on whether Murkomen and Kindiki should be struck off the Roll of Advocates. This would mean they could no longer practice law in Kenya.

If the LSK does not take immediate action, Ojijo has asked them to forward the case to the Advocates Disciplinary Tribunal, which handles serious complaints against lawyers.

“If they want to be politicians, they should stop using the title of advocate to gain public trust,” Ojijo said.

Growing Anger Across the Country

This petition comes at a time when public anger is rising over how the government has treated the youth during the protests.

Many Kenyans, especially the youth, feel that their voices are being silenced through violence and intimidation.

Human rights groups have also pointed out that peaceful demonstrators were often targeted, with many being arrested or attacked without warning.

What Could Happen Next

If the LSK agrees with Ojijo’s motion, it could lead to rare disciplinary action against two of the country’s most powerful leaders.

Both Murkomen and Kindiki started their careers as lawyers before moving into high-level political positions.

The case could also set a new standard for holding public officials accountable—especially those with professional titles that carry ethical duties, like lawyers.

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