The Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, has hailed Charles Kanjama’s win as the new Law Society of Kenya boss.

Taking to his official X account on Friday, February 20, 2026, Murkomen also commended the former LSK boss Faith Odhiambo’s contribution while serving her term.

“My hearty congratulations to Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama on winning the Presidency of the Law Society of Kenya,” Murkomen said.

On his part, Murkomen noted that Kanjama’s participation in the elections went a long way in strengthening the Society as an integral partner in advancing the rule of law, accountability, and public order.

“Kudos, too, to all the winners, and indeed, all the contestants for various positions. Your participation in the elections went a long way in strengthening the Society, which is our integral partner in advancing the rule of law, accountability, and public order,” he added.

He went on to affirm the government’s support for the Law Society of Kenya in building a more robust criminal justice system.

“Wishing the very best also to the outgoing Council members, led by Ms Faith Odhiambo, who have done a commendable job. We will continue our close collaboration with the Society to build a more robust criminal justice system, which is critical for our democratic advancement and national stability,” Murkomen stated.

LSK election

Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama was elected President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) after securing 3,728 votes in elections supervised by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

Kanjama defeated his closest rival Peter Wanyama, who garnered 2,616 votes, while current LSK Vice President Mwaura Kabata came third with 2,086 votes.

The poll drew participation from advocates across the country. Kanjama will take over from outgoing President Faith Odhiambo for the 2026–2028 term, with transition arrangements set to begin immediately ahead of a formal handover in accordance with society regulations.

Speaking after the declaration of results, Kanjama described his election as both an honour and a responsibility.

“I’m glad to benefit from the work of the Law Society of Kenya… It’s a responsibility to hold to those high pledges and commitments I made to the statutory role of the Law Society of Kenya, not to disappoint Kenyans, not to disappoint lawyers, my supporters and indeed all advocates both those who voted and those who didn’t,” he said.

Kanjama praised the conduct of the election, noting improvements in how recent LSK polls have been managed.

“It was a gruelling race… All three candidates gave a good show. It was not easy to predict the winner until the last day… But that one winner has to embrace all the others so that we all become winners,” he said, emphasising unity within the legal profession.