By Andrew Kariuki
Prominent Nairobi-based advocate Danstan Omari has filed a civil suit against Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai, accusing him of defamation arising from statements allegedly published on social media platforms.
In the suit filed at the High Court of Kenya in Nairobi in 2025, Omari contends that Alai made and disseminated false and defamatory statements concerning him, which he says injured his reputation, professional standing and personal dignity.
According to court pleadings, Omari maintains that the statements complained of were published to a wide audience and portrayed him in a negative and damaging light, exposing him to public ridicule and contempt.
He argues that the publications were malicious, reckless and made without any factual basis.
Through the suit, Omari is seeking, among other reliefs, general damages for defamation, aggravated damages and a permanent injunction restraining Alai from publishing or republishing similar statements about him in the future.
He has also asked the court to compel the defendant to issue an apology and retraction.
In a verifying affidavit sworn on June 30, 2025, Omari affirmed that he is the plaintiff in the matter, that he is familiar with the facts of the case, and that there is no other pending suit between him and Alai over the same subject matter.
The suit is supported by a certificate of urgency, witness statements and documentary evidence filed by Omari, with the court expected to issue directions on service, responses and further proceedings.
The matter remains pending before the High Court for determination.
