Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja has hired 46 lawyers who will be stationed at City Hall to address the issue of pending legal bills.
Sakaja revealed the plan during a meeting with council members of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Nairobi branch this morning at City Hall.
He emphasised that the expertise of the LSK members will be useful in defining the legal framework for public-private partnership.
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Additionally, he cited his plan to upgrade ICT( Information and communication technologies ) infrastructure particularly at the courthouse.
“We have a plan to enhance the ICT infrastructure at our city court to achieve significant milestones in the delivery of justice. This will ensure minor cases are resolved swiftly, providing timely justice without unnecessary delays.” Stated Sakaja.
The LSK council, led by their newly elected chairman Erick Kivuva, discussed various ways in which the two institutions can collaborate to enhance legal services for Nairobi residents.
A Memorandum of Understanding between the two institutions was also presented, laying the groundwork for a working relationship in the provision of legal service.
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