Lawrence Obonyo
Lawrence Obonyo is a lawyer representing Bahati Joan and other accused individuals in the Shakahola massacre case. His legal expertise is pivotal in navigating the complex charges of manslaughter and terrorism faced by his clients, amid the intense scrutiny and public interest surrounding the tragic events linked to the cult led by Paul Makenzi.
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Recent news mentions
Makenzi’s lawyer, Lawrence Obonyo, pressed the former OCS to confirm whether he personally saw the preacher eating in secret.
Makenzi allegedly ate in secret while his followers starved in custody
Kenya· 2025-10-30
Lawrence Obonyo protested against the adjournment of the trial, emphasizing the readiness of the accused.
Judge furious after DPP says not ready to prosecute Shakahola suspectsKenya· 2025-08-12
Obonyo has been representing the controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie of the Shakahola massacre.
Deaths by faith or force? Lawyer's debate on Shakahola deathsKenya· 2025-08-07
Lawrence Obonyo is the lawyer representing Paul Makenzi in the ongoing court case.
Shakahola victims were not poisoned, government chemist tells courtKenya· 2025-07-31
On Tuesday, Makenzi's lawyer, Lawrence Obonyo, denied that his client was involved in the latest case.
Court allows DCI to exhume remains of Malindi cult membersKenya· 2025-07-29
Lawrence Obonyo is the lawyer representing Bahati Joan and other accused persons in the Shakahola massacre case.
Father who lost 6 children in Shakahola massacre meets 'dead' wife in courtKenya· 2025-03-06
