Erick Okong’o Mogeni is a Kenyan politician and the current Senator for Nyamira County under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).

Erick Okong’o Mogeni was born in 1960 in Nyamira division, in what was then Kisii district.

He began his early schooling in local primary schools within Nyamira and completed his Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) in 1975.

He proceeded to Kabianga High School, where he undertook his secondary education between 1976 and 1979. Mogeni completed his O-Level studies and advanced to Kabianga High School’s A-Level section, where he studied from 1980 to 1981, excelling in arts and humanities subjects that laid the foundation for his legal career.

In 1989, Mogeni enrolled at the University of Nairobi, where he pursued a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree. He graduated in 1993, having been actively involved in student leadership and legal aid programs during his university years.

Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and leadership development, Mogeni later joined the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) in 2013, earning a Master’s degree in Leadership and Governance in 2014.

Career

Professional Career

Upon graduating with a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Nairobi in 1993, Erick Okong’o Mogeni was admitted to the Kenya School of Law in 1994, where he completed his postgraduate diploma in legal practice.

He was subsequently admitted to the Bar of Kenya as an Advocate of the High Court the same year, officially beginning his legal career.

Mogeni initially joined a Nairobi-based law firm, where he practiced as a litigation lawyer from 1994 to 1998, handling civil, criminal, and constitutional cases.

His skill, dedication, and passion for justice quickly earned him recognition within the legal fraternity.

In 1998, he established his own practice, Mogeni & Company Advocates, which grew to become one of the respected law firms in Western Kenya, specializing in constitutional law, governance, and human rights cases.

Mogeni’s leadership qualities saw him rise to prominent positions within the legal community. He served as Chairman of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Advisory Board from 2006 to 2008, where he provided strategic oversight in the fight against corruption and strengthening public accountability.

In 2007, he was elected as President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), a position he held until 2010.

During his tenure, he championed judicial reforms, advocated for the rule of law, and was instrumental in shaping policy discussions around the 2010 Constitution of Kenya.

Beyond his work in law and governance, Mogeni was appointed to the Media Council of Kenya, where he served between 2010 and 2013, contributing to the development of media policies and ethical standards in journalism.

In recognition of his exceptional contribution to the legal profession, Mogeni was conferred the prestigious title of Senior Counsel (SC) in 2012, a distinction reserved for lawyers of outstanding integrity, experience, and service to the legal community.

Erick Okong’o Mogeni made his official entry into elective politics in 2017, contesting for the Nyamira County Senate seat on an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) ticket.

In the August 2017 General Election, he won convincingly, securing his first term as Senator for Nyamira County.

During his first term in the 12th Parliament (2017–2022), Mogeni was appointed to several key Senate committees. Most notably, he served as the Chairperson of the Senate Justice, Legal Affairs, and Human Rights Committee, where he oversaw critical legislative work relating to constitutional implementation, human rights protection, and judicial reforms.

Mogeni also served as a member of other committees, including the County Public Accounts Committee, where he was actively involved in auditing the financial management of county governments to ensure transparency and accountability.

In August 2022, Mogeni successfully defended his seat, winning a second term as Senator for Nyamira County.

Following the election, he retained his leadership role as Chair of the Justice, Legal Affairs, and Human Rights Committee, further cementing his reputation as one of the Senate’s most authoritative voices on matters of law and governance.

In the 13th Parliament (2022–present), Mogeni has continued to be an influential figure in the Senate.

Notably, Mogeni has been vocal about the need for comprehensive Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) reforms ahead of the 2027 General Election, calling for greater transparency and accountability in the management of elections.

Details about his net worth are not publicly available.

However, as a Kenyan Senator, he earns a gross monthly salary of approximately Ksh 739,600, which includes:

Senator Moses Okong’o Mogeni is also entitled to various benefits and allowances, including: