Kisumu: The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has called on couples married through customary traditions to formally register their unions and obtain marriage certificates. Attorney General Dorcas Oduor emphasized that the Registrar of Marriages has offices in every county and is ready to serve couples seeking to legalize their unions.
According to Kenya News Agency, Oduor spoke in Kisumu County during a government outreach program held on August 15-16 at Kibigori Secondary School in Muhoroni Sub-County, stressing the importance of registering marriages to make them formal. A significant milestone unfolded during the event when the OAG officials officiated the registration of a traditional customary marriage for a polygamous man, where both of his wives were issued marriage certificates.
"We have witnessed the Office of the Attorney General administer the registration of a polygamous marriage in this region. We want to assure Kenyans that our offices are open and ready to provide these services," Oduor said. Solicitor General Shadrack Mose, speaking at the event, echoed the call for couples married traditionally to visit OAG offices and formalize their unions.
"We have seen a polygamous man officially registered with his wives, and all received marriage certificates. This is an important step toward ensuring legal recognition of such marriages," Mose said. The outreach program was graced by several leaders, including former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr. Ouma Oluga, and Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathews Owili.