25 h. ago Central Police Station OCS Talaam, Mukhwana seek to halt prosecution over Ojwang’s murder

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 16 – Central Police Station Officer Commanding Station Samson Talaam and Police Constable James Mukhwana are seeking to halt their prosecution over the murder of influencer Albert Ojwang while in custody In the petition, the two describe their arrest as premature and procedurally flawed and assert that an inquest should have been […] The post Central Police Station OCS Talaam, Mukhwana seek to halt prosecution over Ojwang’s murder 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 Technician who allegedly tampered with CCTV system at Central police station arrested

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 – The technician who allegedly tampered with the CCTV system after the murder of influencer Albert Ojwang has been arrested. The technician who was arrested in a police operation Friday is said to have been paid Sh3,000 to interfere with the system He is the second person to be arrested over […] The post Technician who allegedly tampered with CCTV system at Central police station arrested appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago “Your Heart is in Wamunyoro” – Tensions Rise in Ruto’s Camp as Sudi Slams Cherargei Over Murkomen Attacks

Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has taken a public swipe at Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei, intensifying internal tensions within the Kenya Kwanza camp just a day after a fiery Senate session involving Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. The lash out follows Murkomen’s Wednesday grilling over the controversial death of social media influencer Albert Ojwang. Senator Cherargei, who has consistently criticized Murkomen’s leadership, renewed calls for the CS to resign, accusing him of failing to safeguard national security. Sudi quickly came to Murkomen’s defense. On Thursday, June 12, he posted on X (formerly Twitter), accusing Cherargei of disguising political attacks on President The post “Your Heart is in Wamunyoro” – Tensions Rise in Ruto’s Camp as Sudi Slams Cherargei Over Murkomen Attacks appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kindiki Condemns Murder of Albert Ojwang, Vows Justice as Protests Turn Violent in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly condemned the killing of teacher and social media influencer Albert Ojwang, describing it as a grave injustice that must not go unpunished. Speaking on Thursday during an empowerment forum for micro and small-scale traders and Saccos at Kasikeu Secondary School in Kilome Constituency, Kindiki assured […] The post Kindiki Condemns Murder of Albert Ojwang, Vows Justice as Protests Turn Violent in Nairobi appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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4 d. ago Protesters Teargassed in Nairobi as Outrage Grows Over Murder of Albert Ojwang in Police Custody

Nairobi, Kenya June 12 – Police on Thursday morning fired teargas to disperse protesters in Nairobi’s Central Business District who had gathered to demand justice for Albert Ojwang, the social media influencer who was murdered in police custody last week under controversial circumstances. Chanting slogans and carrying placards with messages like #JusticeForOjwang, the demonstrators marched […] The post Protesters Teargassed in Nairobi as Outrage Grows Over Murder of Albert Ojwang in Police Custody appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago President Ruto condoles with Albert Ojwang’s family in telephone call

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 – President William Ruto has condoled with the family of social media influencer Albert Ojwang through a telephone call to his parents and widow. During the call, the head of state assured them of justice and accountability over his death while in police custody. On Weednesday, the head of state urged […] The post President Ruto condoles with Albert Ojwang’s family in telephone call appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago DCI Names Central OCS Tallam as Prime Suspect in Blogger Ojwang’s Death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 11 – The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, has named the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Nairobi’s Central Police Station as the main suspect in the death of teacher and social media influencer Albert Omondi Ojwang’. Appearing before the Senate on Tuesday, Amin told lawmakers that evidence gathered so far […] The post DCI Names Central OCS Tallam as Prime Suspect in Blogger Ojwang’s Death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago IG Kanja Apologizes Over ‘Suicide’ Claim in Ojwang death as Senators Demand Accountability

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 11 – The Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja has publicly apologized to the nation and the family of social media influencer Albert Ojwang,’ who died in police custody, after earlier reports from the National Police Service (NPS) wrongly claimed he had died by suicide. Appearing before the Senate on Wednesday, the […] The post IG Kanja Apologizes Over ‘Suicide’ Claim in Ojwang death as Senators Demand Accountability appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago IPOA says CCTV at Central Police Station interfered with during Ojwang’s detention

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 11 – The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has revealed that the CCTV system at Central Police Station in Nairobi was tampered with as investigations into the death of teacher and social media influencer Albert Ojwang’ intensify. Appearing before the Senate on Tuesday, IPOA Vice Chairperson Anne Mwangi told Senators that their […] The post IPOA says CCTV at Central Police Station interfered with during Ojwang’s detention appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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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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6 d. ago CS Murkomen says govt won’t shield anyone culpable for Albert Ojwang’s death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 11 – Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen says the government will not interfere or shield anyone found culpable in the death of influencer Albert Ojwang. Appearing before the Senate plenary, Murkomen promised that those involved in Ojwang’s death will be held accountable. “We will do everything within the ministry to ensure that […] The post CS Murkomen says govt won’t shield anyone culpable for Albert Ojwang’s death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago Autopsy Confirms Albert Ojwang Died From Violent Assault, Suicide Ruled Out

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 10 – An autopsy on social media influencer Albert Ojwang shows that he died of head injuries, neck compression and multiple soft tissue injuries consistent with assault. According to lead pathologist Bernard Midia, the injuries were externally inflicted and ruled out suicide. “The pattern of the injury, especially on the trauma I […] The post Autopsy Confirms Albert Ojwang Died From Violent Assault, Suicide Ruled Out appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Nyanza lawmakers lead uproar over death of influencer Albert Ojwang

The leaders among them Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo, Seme MP James Nyikal, and Nominated Senator Catherine Mumma called for immediate action against rogue elements within the state security apparatus.

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7 d. ago Kenya: Family Lawyer Reveals Signs of Torture On Influencer Albert Ojwang

Kenya: Family Lawyer Reveals Signs of Torture On Influencer Albert Ojwang  allAfrica.com

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7 d. ago LSK wants police officers interdicted over influencer Albert Ojwang’s death named

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 9 – The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) now want Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to publicly disclose the names of police officers interdicted in connection with the arrest and transfer of Albert Ojwang from Homa Bay County to Nairobi. Addressing the media on Monday, LSK President Faith Odhiambo called for […] The post LSK wants police officers interdicted over influencer Albert Ojwang’s death named appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Digital rights must be protected as human rights to ensure freedom of expression: Maraga on Albert Ojwang’s death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 9 – Former Chief Justice David Maraga says digital rights must be protected as human rights to ensure freedom of expression. While expressing concern over Social Media influencer Albert Ojwang’s death in his cell, Maraga observed that “these are not isolated incidents but a pattern of repression and the use of fear […] The post Digital rights must be protected as human rights to ensure freedom of expression: Maraga on Albert Ojwang’s death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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7 d. ago Family lawyer reveals signs of torture on influencer Albert Ojwang

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 9 – The family lawyer of slain digital activist Albert Ojwang has disclosed chilling details surrounding his death, revealing that his body bore injuries consistent with torture. Ojwang’s lawyer, speaking after viewing his body lying at the City Mortuary painted a grim picture of the horrendous last moments of his life “The […]

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7 d. ago IG Kanja says influencer Albert Ojwang found unconscious during routine cell inspection

Kanja stated that Ojwang, who was booked at Central Police station after interrogations by the DCI was immediately rushed to hospital where he was pronounced dead.

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7 d. ago Protestors block City Mortuary roundabout as influencer Albert Ojwang’s autopsy proceeds

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 9 – Protestors have blocked the City Mortuary roundabout over the death of social media influencer Albert Ojwang. The protest took place even as the postmortem of the influencer was underway, attended by his family and lawyers. Earlier, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja stated that Ojwang was found unconscious during a […] The post Protestors block City Mortuary roundabout as influencer Albert Ojwang’s autopsy proceeds appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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