8 h. ago Ojwang’s Family Defends Ruto’s Ksh2M Donation Amid Public Backlash

The family of the late teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang’ has thanked President William Ruto for personally reaching out to comfort them following Albert’s death while in police custody. Family spokesperson Harman Opiyo commended the President for calling Albert’s father, Meshack Ojwang’, to express his condolences. He described the gesture as one that reflects empathy and leadership. “President Ruto saw it necessary to comfort us, and as a family, we appreciate this gesture. It is his responsibility as a national leader to show concern,” said Opiyo. Alongside the condolence message, President Ruto also extended a donation of Ksh2 million to The post Ojwang’s Family Defends Ruto’s Ksh2M Donation Amid Public Backlash appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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7 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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7 d. ago Sakaja Pledges Full Support to Albert Ojwang’s Family, Calls For Justice

The Governor added that plans are underway to channel funds contributed by well-wishers to a Money Market Fund, as proposed by the family, to secure the child's future.

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7 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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7 d. ago US Embassy calls for transparent probe into Albert Ojwang’s death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 11 – The United States Embassy in Nairobi has called for a transparent and thorough investigation into the death of Albert Ojwang, joining a growing chorus of voices demanding accountability over the incident that has sparked public outcry. In a statement issued Wednesday, the Embassy extended its condolences to Ojwang’s family and […] The post US Embassy calls for transparent probe into Albert Ojwang’s death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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9 d. ago CS Wandayi Defends Past Criticism of Ruto, Says G2G Fuel Deal Was Smart

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has has defended his past criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, explaining that his previous stance stemmed from limited access to reliable information about government projects and development plans.. During a live television interview on Monday, June 9, 2025,, Wandayi explained that his position changed after he joined the government and gained a clearer understanding of its policies and operations. Before his appointment, Wandayi was a fierce critic of Ruto’s leadership, often questioning key government projects and policy decisions. However, he now admits that many of those criticisms were based on incomplete or surface-level information. The post CS Wandayi Defends Past Criticism of Ruto, Says G2G Fuel Deal Was Smart appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 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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1 week 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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2 w. ago Ruto touts successes in housing, healthcare as he defends his record

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 1 — President William Ruto has defended his administration’s record, touting a raft of social and economic programs as he led the nation in commemorating the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay. President Ruto described his government’s “pro-people policies” as tangible proof of his administration’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) development […] The post Ruto touts successes in housing, healthcare as he defends his record appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Ruto’s China pact sparks US ire, Kenya stands firm on defending sovereignty

Ruto’s China pact sparks US ire, Kenya stands firm on defending sovereignty  Peoples Dispatch

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4 w. ago Raila: Let Mbadi Present Budget Before Judging ODM’s Impact in Government

ODM leader Raila Odinga has defended party-affiliated Cabinet Secretaries serving in President William Ruto’s government, urging Kenyans to remain patient as they prepare to deliver key reforms. Speaking in Mombasa during the opening of the 42nd Annual Seminar of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), Raila said the ODM experts in government need time to implement meaningful change. He pointed specifically to Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, saying his upcoming budget next month will unveil reforms that Kenyans have been waiting for. “You will begin to see meaningful change when Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi presents his first budget next month,” Raila said. “One of the immediate The post Raila: Let Mbadi Present Budget Before Judging ODM’s Impact in Government appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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