Atwoli among Ruto’s Gazetted 7-Member Panel to Recruit New DPP
President William Ruto has gazetted the names of seven individuals who will be responsible for recruiting the next Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
The panel is composed of a diverse group of individuals with experience in law, law enforcement, and human rights.
The members of the panel are:
- Francis Atwoli, secretary general of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU)
- Shadrack Mose, Attorney General
- Mary W. Kimonye, former judge of the High Court
- Mary Adhiambo Maungu, former director of public prosecutions in Bungoma County
- Roseline Odede, High Court advocate
- Richard Onsongo Bush Obwocha, former candidate for the post of DPP
- Twalib Abdallah Mbarak, CEO of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
The seat of the DPP became vacant following the presidential appointment of the previous incumbent, Mr Noordin Haji, as Director General of the National Intelligence Service of Kenya.
The position is currently held in an acting capacity by Mr Dorcus Oduor, who was Mr Haji’s deputy.
The panel will be responsible for advertising the position of DPP, shortlisting candidates, and conducting interviews.
The successful candidate will be appointed by the President with the approval of the National Assembly.
The DPP is a critical position in the Kenyan government. The DPP is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of the State.
The DPP also has the power to direct the Inspector-General of the National Police Service to investigate any information or allegation of criminal conduct.
The DPP is a powerful position, and the selection of the next DPP is an important decision.
The panel is expected to complete its work within the next few months.
