Chief Justice (CJ) Martha Koome has announced the death of Court of Appeal Judge Fredrick Ochieng Andago.

In a statement on Wednesday, September 17, CJ Koome sent condolences to Andago’s family on behalf of the Judiciary and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC),

CJ Koome described him as a “towering figure” in Kenya’s legal landscape who will be remembered for his sharp legal mind and unwavering commitment to justice.

She stated that Andago contributed to the development of Kenya’s commercial law jurisprudence.

“He will be fondly remembered as a towering figure in the development of Kenya’s commercial law jurisprudence and as a strong advocate for the promotion of alternative dispute resolution. At the time of his passing, he was serving as the Chairperson of the Court Annexed,” CJ Koome.

Justice Fredrick Ochieng Andago Education Background Details 

The late Justice Fredrick Ochieng Andago holds Bachelor of Laws Degree from University of Nairobi and Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.

Career details 

He served as Legal Assistant at Kaplan & Stratton in the year 1982 and 1987 and then as partner at Kaplan & Stratton Advocates in 1987.

He was then later admitted to the Roll of Advocates in 1983 and as legal practitioner, he worked for a period of 20 years.

He also served as a partner at the firm until 2003 when he was appointed Judge of the High Court.

Chief Justice Martha Koome Speaking during the official opening of the Employment and Labour Relations Court Annual Symposium (ELRASE III), PHOTO/ Koome X Account