President William Ruto has nominated Dr. Abdillahi Saggaf Alawy as chairperson of the National Lands Commission (NLC), alongside six proposed commissioners.
Head of Public Service Felix Koskei said on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, that the nominations follow the ruling of the Court of Appeal.
“IN ACCORDANCE with the Ruling of the Court of Appeal in Civil Application No. E662 of 2025 (consolidated with Civil Applications No. E663, E680, and E682 of 2025), HIS EXCELLENCY THE PRESIDENT has caused nominations for appointment to the ranks of the membership of the National Land Commission (NLC),” read the statement.
The appointments were recommended by a selection panel constituted through a gazette notice.
The nominees for membership are Susab Khakasa Oyatsi, Daniel Murithi Muirungi, Kigen Vincent Cheruiyot, Dr. Julie Ouma Oseko, Mohamed Abdi Haji Mohamed, and Mary Yiane Seneta.
Koskei noted that current commissioners Easther Murugi Mathenge and Tiyah Galgalo Ali remain in office after their tenure was affirmed by the court. Their terms are set to expire on December 20, 2026.
“In full fulfillment of the constitutional requirements regarding State appointments, His Excellency the president has transmitted the nomination to the national assembly for consideration and approval by parliament,” Koskei said.
