Kyalo Mbobu, a respected legal expert and public servant, was laid to rest on Wednesday September 17, 2025, at his private farm in Mua Hills, Machakos County.
The burial drew family, close friends, members of the legal fraternity, and national leaders, all gathered to honour his memory in a serene ceremony.
The interment followed a private requiem mass held on Tuesday at St. John the Evangelist Church, Lang’ata, Nairobi. The family requested the media not to broadcast the event, keeping the occasion intimate.
“He was a man of principle and service to the country,” said the family spokesperson.
Who Was Kyallo Mbobu?
With nearly 30 years of legal practice, Mbobu was a highly respected Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a soft-spoken authority on governance, political accountability, and electoral justice.
He was chairperson of Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT), adviser on legal reforms and governance, mentor to upcoming legal professionals and consultant on election law and dispute resolution.
What Happened?
On the evening of Tuesday September 9, 2025, Mbobu was shot and killed in a targeted attack along Magadi Road, Karen South, Nairobi.
He was reportedly driving home alone when two assailants on a motorcycle ambushed him at close range, firing multiple rounds through his driver’s side window.
A post-mortem report confirmed he was shot eight times, primarily in the chest and abdomen, causing instant internal bleeding and death at the scene.
Investigation Underway
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has continued to probe the murder. While no arrests have been made, detectives are following multiple leads, including potential professional disputes and possible political motivations.
National Leaders Pay Tribute
Despite the private nature of the funeral, key national figures attended the requiem mass on Tuesday, underscoring Mbobu’s influence on Kenya’s legal and governance landscape.
Beyond courtroom appearances, Mbobu played vital roles behind the scenes. He was instrumental in guiding political party disputes, advising the IEBC, and promoting peaceful electoral outcomes.
Colleagues describe him as humble, diligent, and principled — a lawyer who prioritised integrity over visibility.
The Law Society of Kenya and several civil rights groups have called on the DCI and Ministry of Interior to ensure a swift and transparent investigation, warning that a delay could signal impunity for those targeting professionals.
Written by Erastus Omondi, TV47
