The longest serving Attorney General Amos Wako seemingly has mobility issues, this was noticed yesterday at Jirongo’s home in Gigiri, Nairobi. Mr. Wako also served as Busia County Senator for a term before Okiya Omtatah took over.
Amos Wako, one of Kenya’s most influential legal minds, remains a towering figure in the country’s political and constitutional history. Born in 1948 in Busia County, Wako served as Kenya’s Attorney General for an unprecedented 21 years, from 1991 to 2012, making him the longest-serving holder of the office since independence.
His tenure spanned the presidencies of Daniel arap Moi and Mwai Kibaki, placing him at the centre of Kenya’s most critical legal and governance transitions.
As Attorney General, Wako played a central role in shaping key legislation and steering the country through moments of intense political pressure, including the push for multiparty democracy and sweeping constitutional reforms.
While his time in office attracted both praise and criticism, he was instrumental in overseeing the legal framework that culminated in the promulgation of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution, a landmark document that redefined governance, devolution, and the rule of law.
After leaving office, Wako transitioned into elective politics and was elected Senator for Busia County in 2013, serving one term until 2022.
In the Senate, he continued to champion constitutionalism, devolution, and oversight of public institutions. Beyond public office, Amos Wako’s legacy endures as that of a seasoned legal architect whose career mirrors Kenya’s long and often contested journey toward democratic governance and constitutional order. #AmosWako
Amos Wako, the father of Nerima Wako, seems to be very sick. The longest serving AG has mobility issues, this was today at Jirongo’s Home in Gigiri, Nairobi. He also serves as Busia County Senator for 2 terms. pic.twitter.com/UWxSF1uWXO
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