He insists that he is an independent advocate whose work is focused on protecting the interests of ordinary Kenyans.
Speaking during an interview with a local television station on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Wanyama dismissed allegations linking him to the ruling government.
Speaking during an interview with a local television station on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Wanyama dismissed allegations linking him to the ruling government.
He also rejected claims that he has connections with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) or President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
According to Wanyama, his legal record clearly shows that he has frequently challenged government actions in court.
According to Wanyama, his legal record clearly shows that he has frequently challenged government actions in court.
He said his cases against the state have helped strengthen the rule of law and improve governance in the country.
“The claims that I am a state lawyer are false,” Wanyama said.
“The claims that I am a state lawyer are false,” Wanyama said.
“I have gone to court many times to challenge the government. Devolution is stronger today because of the cases I have filed.”
He pointed to past legal battles where he successfully pushed the government to allocate devolution funds to rural areas and improve infrastructure development.
He pointed to past legal battles where he successfully pushed the government to allocate devolution funds to rural areas and improve infrastructure development.
He also cited a recent court order he obtained that stopped the government’s e-procurement system, arguing that it was not accessible to poor and ordinary Kenyans and violated the principle of equality.
Wanyama said his legal work is guided by the Constitution and the need to protect Kenyans from unfair government practices.
Wanyama said his legal work is guided by the Constitution and the need to protect Kenyans from unfair government practices.
He insisted that his independence allows him to speak out freely without fear or political pressure.
“I am not a member of ODM or UDA. These parties have, at times, worked together in ways that hurt ordinary Kenyans. My loyalty is to the Constitution and to wananchi,” he stated.
The lawyer, who unsuccessfully contested the LSK presidency in 2024, is now making his second attempt to lead the lawyers’ professional body.
“I am not a member of ODM or UDA. These parties have, at times, worked together in ways that hurt ordinary Kenyans. My loyalty is to the Constitution and to wananchi,” he stated.
The lawyer, who unsuccessfully contested the LSK presidency in 2024, is now making his second attempt to lead the lawyers’ professional body.
He says his experience and past campaigns have prepared him better for the role.
Wanyama has based his campaign on improving the welfare of lawyers, protecting their professional space, and making legal practice more supportive and sustainable.
Wanyama has based his campaign on improving the welfare of lawyers, protecting their professional space, and making legal practice more supportive and sustainable.
He warned that the legal profession is facing serious threats, especially in matters touching on the rule of law and respect for advocates.
He expressed concern over statements and actions that undermine lawyers, including remarks suggesting that advocates should not be paid their professional fees.
He expressed concern over statements and actions that undermine lawyers, including remarks suggesting that advocates should not be paid their professional fees.
According to him, such attitudes threaten the survival of legal practice in Kenya.
“Our profession is under threat. Lawyers are increasingly facing risks, disrespect, and shrinking space to practice freely. As LSK president, I will fight to protect the gains we have made,” he said.
Wanyama also praised the outgoing LSK president, Faith Odhiambo, for her strong stance on human rights and rule-of-law issues during her tenure.
“Our profession is under threat. Lawyers are increasingly facing risks, disrespect, and shrinking space to practice freely. As LSK president, I will fight to protect the gains we have made,” he said.
Wanyama also praised the outgoing LSK president, Faith Odhiambo, for her strong stance on human rights and rule-of-law issues during her tenure.
However, he noted that more needs to be done to address the everyday concerns of LSK members.
“Faith Odhiambo did well in defending the rule of law and human rights. But the LSK must also be more responsive to the needs of its members. My agenda is to balance both, with stronger focus on responsiveness,” he said.
The LSK elections for president, vice president, and council members for the 2026–2028 term are scheduled for February 19, 2026.
“Faith Odhiambo did well in defending the rule of law and human rights. But the LSK must also be more responsive to the needs of its members. My agenda is to balance both, with stronger focus on responsiveness,” he said.
The LSK elections for president, vice president, and council members for the 2026–2028 term are scheduled for February 19, 2026.
The race has attracted other strong contenders, including current LSK Vice President Mwaura Kabata and Advocate of the High Court Charles Kanjama.
The election is open to all practicing advocates who hold valid practicing certificates.
The election is open to all practicing advocates who hold valid practicing certificates.
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