FIDA: Sharon Otieno verdict restores faith in justice

Former governor of Migori County Okoth Obado at the Milimani Law Courts on July 23, 2027. [David Gichuru, Standard] The Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya (FIDA-Kenya) says the conviction of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two co-accused in the murder of Sharon Otieno restores public confidence in the justice system after a nearly eight-year wait for justice. In a statement on Thursday, the organisation said the High Court judgment marked a step towards accountability in one of Kenya's most watched murder cases. "While no judgment can restore the life of Sharon and her unborn baby, today's decision represents an important step towards accountability and reinforces public confidence that justice can be achieved through the rule of law," said FIDA-Kenya. The organisation noted that the case tested the resilience of Sharon's family, who pursued justice throughout the lengthy court process.