President Ruto has paid his respects after the death of well-known rights lawyer Pheroze Nowrojee. He praised him as an excellent legal expert who always defended human rights. The President said people respected Nowrojee because he stood firm for democracy, protected basic rights, and pushed for better laws. Ruto added that everyone admired his kindness, deep knowledge, and how he stood beside regular citizens. The country has lost a brilliant mind who made clear, positive changes to our growing democracy and rights culture.
Deputy President Kindiki described Nowrojee as an incredibly smart lawyer who mastered courtrooms like chess games. He said Nowrojee carried his Senior Counsel rank with dignity instead of flashing it around for attention. Kindiki noted how extremely modest he remained despite his talents and how he talked nicely with everyone from brand-new lawyers to high court judges. The Deputy President asked for peace for his soul and comfort for his family during their hard time of loss.
Chief Justice Koome recalled Nowrojee as her teacher and a hero of Kenya's legal system. She called him a major figure in the nation's law history. Koome praised his sharp thinking, solid values, and lifelong fight for human rights, fair laws, and more open democracy. She said he bravely stood up during Kenya's toughest periods, using laws both to shield weak people and to attack unfair treatment. The Chief Justice mentioned he deeply trusted the power of the Constitution to change lives.
Nowrojee passed away Saturday morning in the United States at age 84. He served as a key player in Kenya's legal and human rights movements and led the NCEC as both organizer and speaker. Friends call him a quiet giant who protected democracy, justice, and freedom. He chaired the Asian African Heritage Trust until his death, helping Kenya build strong bonds in world diplomacy, peace, friendship, and education across many countries. His trust work created lasting impacts far beyond Kenya's borders.
His fellow lawyers have honored Nowrojee as someone who showed perfect court skills. Law Society of Kenya president Faith Odhiambo spoke of his calm style and honorable character. She pointed out how his life showed true duty to service and complete dedication to justice. Many legal experts shared memories of his important work and lasting effect on Kenya's justice system. His legacy lives on through the many cases he won and the rights he protected throughout his long career.
Deputy President Kindiki described Nowrojee as an incredibly smart lawyer who mastered courtrooms like chess games. He said Nowrojee carried his Senior Counsel rank with dignity instead of flashing it around for attention. Kindiki noted how extremely modest he remained despite his talents and how he talked nicely with everyone from brand-new lawyers to high court judges. The Deputy President asked for peace for his soul and comfort for his family during their hard time of loss.
Chief Justice Koome recalled Nowrojee as her teacher and a hero of Kenya's legal system. She called him a major figure in the nation's law history. Koome praised his sharp thinking, solid values, and lifelong fight for human rights, fair laws, and more open democracy. She said he bravely stood up during Kenya's toughest periods, using laws both to shield weak people and to attack unfair treatment. The Chief Justice mentioned he deeply trusted the power of the Constitution to change lives.
Nowrojee passed away Saturday morning in the United States at age 84. He served as a key player in Kenya's legal and human rights movements and led the NCEC as both organizer and speaker. Friends call him a quiet giant who protected democracy, justice, and freedom. He chaired the Asian African Heritage Trust until his death, helping Kenya build strong bonds in world diplomacy, peace, friendship, and education across many countries. His trust work created lasting impacts far beyond Kenya's borders.
His fellow lawyers have honored Nowrojee as someone who showed perfect court skills. Law Society of Kenya president Faith Odhiambo spoke of his calm style and honorable character. She pointed out how his life showed true duty to service and complete dedication to justice. Many legal experts shared memories of his important work and lasting effect on Kenya's justice system. His legacy lives on through the many cases he won and the rights he protected throughout his long career.
