2 h. ago Mass protests erupt in Kenya after police murder of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang

Mass protests erupt in Kenya after police murder of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang  World Socialist Web Site

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3 h. ago Eliud Lagat step aside as Kenya deputy police chief over di death of Albert Ojwang for police custody

Eliud Lagat step aside as Kenya deputy police chief over di death of Albert Ojwang for police custody  BBC

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6 h. ago DIG Lagat Steps Aside Amid Pressure Over Blogger Ojwang’s Death in Custody

NAIROBI, Kenya June 16 – Deputy Inspector-General of Police Eliud Lagat has finally bowed to pressure and stepped aside to allow for independent investigations into the murder of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody. Lagat announced his resignation in a statement, saying he was relinquishing his role in order to protect the integrity of the […] The post DIG Lagat Steps Aside Amid Pressure Over Blogger Ojwang’s Death in Custody appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 h. ago EDITORIAL: Justice for Albert Ojwang Must Be Swift, Transparent and Uncompromising

The death of Albert Ojwang in police custody has shocked the conscience of the nation. It is a tragedy that demands more than words—it demands justice. It demands accountability. And above all, it demands truth. Albert, a young Kenyan with nothing more than a phone and an opinion, died under the watch of those entrusted […] The post EDITORIAL: Justice for Albert Ojwang Must Be Swift, Transparent and Uncompromising appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 h. ago (WATCH) Tears of a widow: Albert Ojwang’s wife cries for justice over police killing

The wife of deceased Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang has called for justice for his death while in police custody. “I blame the police because they were supposed to protect him and Albert was in their hands,” Ojwang’s wife said. “If you are in police custody, this [is] somewhere you are supposed to be protected and […] The post (WATCH) Tears of a widow: Albert Ojwang’s wife cries for justice over police killing appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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10 h. ago IPOA seeks to detain Central OCS Talaam for 21 days in probe over Albert Ojwang’s murder

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 16 – The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is seeking to detain the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) of Nairobi’s Central Police Station, Samson Talaam, for 21 days to allow for the completion of investigations into the death of Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody. IPOA on Monday filed an application […] The post IPOA seeks to detain Central OCS Talaam for 21 days in probe over Albert Ojwang’s murder appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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11 h. ago Muturi wants Ruto to suspend DIG Lagat amid probe over Ojwang’s murder in custody

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 16 – Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has called on President William Ruto to suspend Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat to allow for an impartial investigation into the death of blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Muturi noted that in July 2024, President Ruto convinced then-Inspector General of Police […] The post Muturi wants Ruto to suspend DIG Lagat amid probe over Ojwang’s murder in custody appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Talam arrested in Eldoret over Albert Ojwang’s death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 – Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Samson Talam has been arrested in Eldoret after a day-long operation over social media influence Albert Ojwang’s death in custody. This brings to three the number of suspects nabbed over the incident that has drawn a lot of public outcry. Investigators pursuing him alleged that […] The post Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Talam arrested in Eldoret over Albert Ojwang’s death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Second petition seeks DIG Lagat’s ouster over Ojwang’s custodial death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 – Pressure is mounting for the removal of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat following the death of teacher and blogger Albert Omondi Ojwang while in police custody. A second petition seeking Lagat’s suspension was filed Friday at the Milimani High Court. The application, submitted by lawyer Ndegwa Njiru and […] The post Second petition seeks DIG Lagat’s ouster over Ojwang’s custodial death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Kenya: Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang

Kenya: Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang  allAfrica.com

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3 d. ago Archbishop of Kenya’s statement following death of Albert Ojwang in police custody

Archbishop of Kenya’s statement following death of Albert Ojwang in police custody  Anglican Ink

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4 d. ago Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 – Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Nairobi’s Central Business District on Thursday, demanding justice for Albert Ochieng Ojwang, a 32-year-old teacher and blogger who was murdered in police custody after his arrest over a defamation complaint filed by Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat. Clad in black […] The post Hundreds Protest in Nairobi Over Police Custody Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago DP Kindiki says no one will be spared in pursuit of justice for Albert Ojwang

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 12 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for full accountability in the death of Albert Ojwang, a teacher who died while in police custody, insisting that all individuals involved regardless of rank or role must face the law. Addressing the matter publicly for the first time, the Deputy President emphasized the […] The post DP Kindiki says no one will be spared in pursuit of justice for Albert Ojwang appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago “You Never Taught Me!” – Cherargei Fires Back After Murkomen Claims Senator Was His “Below Average” Student

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has vehemently denied claims by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen that he was his student, dismissing the CS’s assertion as a mere political ploy to deflect accountability. The fiery exchange erupted in the Senate when CS Murkomen appeared before the House on Wednesday to address questions surrounding the arrest and subsequent death in police custody of social media personality and teacher Albert Ojwang’. During the session, Murkomen took a moment to address the persistent criticisms leveled against him by Senator Cherargei, particularly the Nandi Senator’s repeated calls for his resignation over perceived incompetence. Murkomen specifically mentioned The post “You Never Taught Me!” – Cherargei Fires Back After Murkomen Claims Senator Was His “Below Average” Student appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Murkomen Brushes Off Resignation Calls Over Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has brushed aside renewed calls for his resignation following the brutal death of blogger Albert Omondi Ojwang’, who died while in police custody. Addressing the Senate during a plenary session on Wednesday, Murkomen defended his tenure and rejected the criticism, saying demands for him to step down have become a political chorus he’s all too familiar with. “Some people speak as if I am six months old in this office. Even when I was two months in the office, they said I should resign. It is a song I have heard,” he told the Senate. The post Murkomen Brushes Off Resignation Calls Over Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago If Lagat Doesn’t Resign?.. How a Deputy Inspector General Can Be Removed from Office.. Explained

The death of teacher Albert Ojwang in police custody has escalated into a national crisis that is now tugging directly at the future of Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) Eliud Lagat. Police version of Ojwang fatally injuring himself in a Nairobi cell, quickly fell apart after an autopsy ruled the death a strangulation homicide; prompting street protests, parliamentary outrage, a presidential rebuke, and loud calls for Lagat’s removal. The DIG was after all the complainant, and the officers were supposedly acting on his orders, breaking multiple procedures and perhaps a few laws on the processing of suspects. Kenyan law makes a DIG’s The post If Lagat Doesn’t Resign?.. How a Deputy Inspector General Can Be Removed from Office.. Explained appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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5 d. ago IPOA names 5 police officers involved in the arrest of Albert Ojwang’

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 11 – Six police officers have been officially named as the individuals who arrested teacher and social media influencer Albert Omondi Ojwang’, whose death in custody has triggered outrage. Details by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) show that the officers picked up Ojwang’ from the Leaders Centre in Homa Bay County […] The post IPOA names 5 police officers involved in the arrest of Albert Ojwang’ appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago (WATCH) CS Murkomen says govt won’t interfere or shield anyone found culpable in the death of Albert Ojwang

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed that any police officers found responsible for the murder of blogger Albert Ojwang will be held fully accountable under the law. Appearing before the Senate, Murkomen described Ojwang’s death in police custody as deeply regrettable and extended condolences to the bereaved family. The post (WATCH) CS Murkomen says govt won’t interfere or shield anyone found culpable in the death of Albert Ojwang appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Jakakimba Joins Calls for Justice After Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang in Police Custody

A post-mortem conducted by government pathologist Dr. Bernard Midia confirmed Ojwang died from injuries consistent with a violent assault. The examination revealed extensive head trauma, neck compression, and multiple soft tissue injuries — all suggesting he was severely beaten. The report ruled out suicide or self-inflicted harm, contradicting earlier police claims.

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6 d. ago Kenya: Blogger Albert Ojwang’s death in custody reopens wounds of police abuse

Kenya: Blogger Albert Ojwang’s death in custody reopens wounds of police abuse  The Africa Report.com

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