In a move that has raised eyebrows, the president of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Faith Odhiambo, has declined an appointment to the taskforce that will conduct a forensic audit of Kenya's public debt. This decision has drawn criticism from the public, who feel that the LSK could have played a crucial role in representing the interests of Kenyans in this important exercise.
Public debt is a significant challenge facing the country, and the forensic audit was seen as a crucial first step in addressing this issue. The taskforce was expected to provide valuable insights and recommendations that could inform the government's strategy for managing and reducing the country's debt burden. By declining the appointment, some argue that the LSK has missed an opportunity to contribute to this process and ensure that the interests of the Kenyan people are adequately represented.
In a Facebook post, nominated senator Karen Nyamu commented on the LSK president's decision, eliciting various reactions from the public. Some have questioned the rationale behind Odhiambo's move, given the LSK's mandate to "protect and assist the public in Kenya in all matters touching, ancillary or incidental to the law." Others have speculated about the reasons behind the decision, with some suggesting that it may be due to political considerations or other factors.
The exclusion of the LSK from the taskforce raises concerns about the transparency and inclusiveness of the process. The public debt issue is of critical importance to Kenya's economic future, and many believe that the involvement of the legal fraternity, through the LSK, could have provided valuable insights and oversight to ensure the integrity of the audit and the subsequent policy decisions. Follow the link below for source information. https://www.facebook.com/100044298075807/posts/pfbid02P4g2U4C4kZqFQARQVN2eeN4bQgg5w2imgt2U9sgwMB4vSH4xYZpEV7V51d8SoWvHl/?app=fbl