The Cabinet Secretary Nominee for the Ministry of Education Julius Migos Ogamba has declared his net worth.
While appearing before the vetting Committee on Thursday, August 1, Migos said he amassed a net worth of Ksh 790 million.
He stated that his wealth is made up of up of his land, tea, trees vehicles, farm equipment and income from the law firm.
“I am worth Ksh 790 million. which is largely made up of land, tea, trees vehicles, farm equipment and income from the law firm,” said Migos.
Ogamba has held significant roles in various high-profile positions throughout his career.
Prior to his nomination as Education CS, Migos served as chairman of Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KENGEN), succeeding former Kenya Defense Forces Chief of Defense Forces Samson Mwathethe, who had held the position since November 2020.
He was responsible for guiding the board in delivering insights and governance to guarantee that the electricity producer remained a viable company.
Ogamba was also a Commissioner for Oaths, Notary Public, and member of the Law Society of Kenya.
He was born on April 13, 1959, in Nyaribari, Masaba, Kenya and brought up in a poor household in Kisii County’s lush green hills, where he had an early knack for learning and a strong desire for justice.
Early Life and Education
Motivated by the court fights and social injustices he experienced while growing up, Migos made up his mind to become a lawyer so as to make concrete changes in the society,
65-year-old Migos graduated from the University of Nairobi with a Bachelor of Laws degree.
Further, his quest for education and specialization in legal practice led him to the University of London’s Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, where he received a Diploma in Law.
In addition to his skills, he earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law. This extensive educational background established the groundwork for his distinguished career in law and public service.
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Career
Ogamba’s career spans three decades and includes important contributions to Kenya’s legal and corporate sectors.
He began his professional career in the legal field, where his abilities and determination swiftly garnered him respect. Julius, served as a Commissioner for Oaths and Notary Public,
His legal expertise and innovative leadership have proven invaluable in a number of high-profile trials and corporate governance responsibilities.
Migos boasts of nearly 30 years of legal practice experience.
Moreover, he has built a reputation for providing legal advice to a diverse portfolio of clientele in a number of industries.
In addition to his work at KenGen, Julius has made important contributions to the banking, finance, manufacturing, oil, gas, natural energy, and real estate industries. His legal expertise, coupled with a practical understanding of corporate governance, has made him a sought-after counselor and leader.
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In the year 2022, Ezekiel Machogu picked Ogamba as his running mate for the gubernatorial race in Kisii county on UDA party ticket but lost to the current governor Simba Arati.
However, Migosi had vied for Kitutu Chache North parliamentary seat during 2017 general elections on the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket but lost to Jimmy Angwenyi.
He describes himself as a passionate, visionary and accomplished legal professional with experience in counselling clients, performing legal research, preparing legal documents and representing clients in criminal and civil court proceedings.
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