EBK Orders Northwestern Christian University to Revoke MP Oscar Sudi’s Honorary Degree Over Misuse of ‘Engineer’ Title
The Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK) has instructed Northwestern Christian University-Kenya to revoke Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi’s Honorary Doctorate Degree.
The directive follows criticism from the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) regarding the MP’s use of the title “Engineer” linked to the honorary degree.
Sudi received the honorary degree in Leadership, Administration, and Management during the university’s 17th graduation ceremony held at Eldoret National Polytechnic.
In a press release, EBK urged the university to recall the certificate, correct the misuse of the “Eng.” title, and issue an amended version.
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The board revealed it acted after receiving numerous complaints from the public about the improper use of the professional engineering title on the honorary degree.
EBK clarified that including “Eng.” without authorization violates Sections 26(3) and 47(2) of the Engineers Act, 2011. The Act reserves this title exclusively for registered Professional and Consulting Engineers and outlines penalties for unauthorized use.
“The title ‘Eng.’ is strictly for registered engineers as per Sections 26(1) and (2) of the Engineers Act, 2011,” EBK stated. “Misusing this title compromises the engineering profession’s credibility and is punishable under Kenyan law.”
EBK Orders Northwestern Christian University to Revoke MP Oscar Sudi’s Honorary Degree Over Misuse of ‘Engineer’ Title
