Kabarak University has appointed former Chief Justice Dr Willy Mutunga and Dr Adeola Aderomola to its dynamic public law department.
Dr Mutunga becomes Assistant Professor in Public Law while Dr Aderomola becomes Associate Professor in the same field in accordance with new appointments by the University Board of Directors.
“It is a great honor to attract and be chosen by such high caliber professionals, especially in the field of law. They bring a lot of experiences and connections that will propel the institution onto the world stage, ”said Henry Kiplagat, professor at Kabarak University.
Dr Mutunga’s entry into Kabarak University is expected to boost the department which has over the years become a center of excellence in legal education, legal research and legal publications not only in the country but throughout the region.
He brings his vast experience of democratic values and human rights which he acquired as President of the Supreme Court.
In his new role, Dr Munga will supervise postgraduate students and also teach courses requiring high level expertise.
“The institution also strengthens the ability to build masters and doctorates in law, which is why a highly skilled staff produces highly qualified lawyers not only to serve the country but also internationally. Their acceptance to join the institution means a lot to the Chancellor, the Board of Governors and the Board of Directors, ”added Professor Kiplagat.
Dr Adeola, who is also director of the Global Engagement Network on Internal Displacement in Africa (GENIDA), was celebrated by the Center for Human Rights in 2016 as the youngest doctorate holder at 26.
Through its previous partnerships with Kabarak University, they were able to engage critical networks of members working in the field of internal displacement in Africa to develop strategies that could inform national executives.
Adeola’s extensive human rights experience is drawn from the Center for Human Rights at the University of Pretoria where she worked, as well as her experience as a Senior Research Associate IDP (RLI) at the University of London.
“Dr Adeola taught at the University and in Pretoria and has an excellent background. Entering the University will elevate the department to another level that we have always envisioned, “said Prof Kiplagat.
He said that despite being one of the youngest law schools in the country, the department has managed to become one of the leading law schools in moot court competitions both nationally and internationally.
The entry of Dr Mutunga and Dr Adeomola, he says, will propel the school to the head of the continent and also achieve world-class status through its excellence in training.
Dr Mutunga is known for his commitment and dedication to improving the justice system while he was Chief Justice from 2011 to 2016.
He is also known for his contribution to the implementation of Kenya’s progressive 2010 Constitution, which he helped draft, as head of the judiciary.
Fast facts
-In 2018, Kabarak University won an international award in a moot court competition held in Geneva, Switzerland. The university has been named the winner of the Spirit of European Law Students’ Association (ELSA) award.
-Mutunga’s heritage is characterized by its attachment to democratic values and human rights.
– Earlier in June, Kabarak University produced the best overall team in the ninth edition of the All Kenyan Moot Court competition.
-In addition to being ranked the best team overall, Kabarak University Law School also produced the best speaker as well as the best written submission for the petitioner, emerging winners in three of the four contested titles.
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