1 hour ago Protests Erupt in Nairobi Over Ojwang’s Murder, Calls for Lagat’s Prosecution

Nairobi, Kenya June 17 – Demonstrations broke out Tuesday in Nairobi’s Central Business District as youth took to the streets demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, the 31-year-old teacher and blogger who died in police custody. Chanting slogans and waving placards bearing Ojwang’s image and those of other victims of police brutality, protesters called for the […] The post Protests Erupt in Nairobi Over Ojwang’s Murder, Calls for Lagat’s Prosecution appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 h. ago “Arrest Him Now”: Civil Society and Lawyers Demand Prosecution of DIG Lagat Over Ojwang’s Death

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 17—Civil society leaders, prominent lawyers and political figures are demanding the immediate arrest and prosecution of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat following the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody—calling his decision to “step aside” a hollow gesture. Outrage has grown since Monday when Lagat issued […] The post “Arrest Him Now”: Civil Society and Lawyers Demand Prosecution of DIG Lagat Over Ojwang’s Death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 h. ago Court Hears How Technician Was Paid Ksh3,000 to Delete CCTV Footage in Ojwang’s Death

Two suspects accused of interfering with CCTV footage tied to the suspicious death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang’ were arraigned on Monday afternoon at the Kibera Law Courts. The suspects face charges of obstructing justice after allegedly tampering with surveillance recordings believed to hold crucial evidence in the ongoing investigation into Ojwang’s death while in police custody at Nairobi Central Police Station. Among those arraigned is a technician accused of receiving Ksh3,000 to alter CCTV footage at the station. Detectives arrested him at his Saika residence on Friday morning during a targeted operation. During questioning, he reportedly admitted to The post Court Hears How Technician Was Paid Ksh3,000 to Delete CCTV Footage in Ojwang’s Death appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 h. ago Three Civilians Arrested Over Albert Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody, Two Police Officers on the Run

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has arrested three civilians believed to have played a role in the death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang’, who died while in police custody at Nairobi’s Central Police Station. The suspects – Gin Ammitou Abwao, Collins Karani Ireri, and Brian Mwaniki Njue – were held at the same station during the time Ojwang’ was detained. Investigators allege that police officers used the three detainees to physically assault Ojwang’, an attack that reportedly led to his death. Although authorities released the trio shortly after the incident, IPOA rearrested them on Sunday. To prevent interference The post Three Civilians Arrested Over Albert Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody, Two Police Officers on the Run appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 h. ago Poghisio Warns Ruto: ‘Gen Z Silence Is Not Defeat, They’re Watching and Plotting’

Former Senate Majority Leader Samuel Poghisio has cautioned President William Ruto’s administration against misreading the silence of Kenya’s youth as contentment, warning that a political storm is quietly brewing beneath the surface. Speaking during a televised interview on Monday, June 16, 2025, Poghisio said the Kenya Kwanza government had failed to grasp the gravity of the message delivered by Gen Z protesters during the mass demonstrations of June 2024. Those protests, which forced the government to momentarily backtrack on several unpopular policies, were a wake-up call the administration has chosen to ignore, he said. “Gen Zs may be quiet and The post Poghisio Warns Ruto: ‘Gen Z Silence Is Not Defeat, They’re Watching and Plotting’ appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 h. ago OCS Taalam Allegedly Hired Technician to Alter CCTV in Albert Ojwang’s Death Probe

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has accused Nairobi Central Police Station’s Officer Commanding Station (OCS), Samson Taalam, of interfering with critical evidence in the investigation into the mysterious death of Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Appearing before the Milimani Law Courts, the prosecution alleged that Taalam, who is responsible for maintaining station records and managing CCTV surveillance, enlisted a technician to tamper with footage captured by the station’s security cameras. Investigators believe this was a calculated attempt to obstruct justice in a case that has sparked public concern. The prosecution further claimed that Taalam remained in frequent communication The post OCS Taalam Allegedly Hired Technician to Alter CCTV in Albert Ojwang’s Death Probe appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 h. ago Lamu Police Reservist Kills Pregnant Wife, Injures Friend Before Taking Own Life

A tragic shooting in Kiunga, Lamu County, has left three families reeling after a police reservist fatally shot his estranged wife and injured her friend before turning the gun on himself. Authorities have identified the gunman as 36-year-old Shafi Swaleh. According to police, Swaleh opened fire on 34-year-old Najma Athman, who was heavily pregnant, killing her instantly. He also shot her friend, 37-year-old Mariam Yussuf, who was with her at the time. Moments after the shooting, Swaleh turned the weapon on himself and died by suicide. Police say they are still investigating the motive behind the attack. Neighbour Tima Abdulrahman The post Lamu Police Reservist Kills Pregnant Wife, Injures Friend Before Taking Own Life appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 h. ago Kenya Denies Involvement in Sudan Conflict, Reaffirms Neutral Peace Role

The Kenyan government has firmly denied allegations suggesting its involvement in the ongoing Sudan conflict, emphasizing that it is not supplying arms to either side of the warring factions. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura issued a strong rebuttal on Monday, dismissing the claims as “false and misleading.” His statement came in response to a recent investigative exposé aired by a local media outlet, which implied Kenya had a covert role in fueling the bloody conflict in Sudan. Mwaura clarified that Kenya’s role in Sudan is entirely diplomatic and geared toward peacebuilding. He said the country remains focused on mediating between the The post Kenya Denies Involvement in Sudan Conflict, Reaffirms Neutral Peace Role appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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16 h. ago Murkomen Orders CCTV in All Police Stations After Blogger Ojwang’s Murder in Custody

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 16 – Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the installation of CCTV cameras in all police stations across the country following the shocking murder of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang in police custody—an incident that has fuelled public fury and renewed fears of extrajudicial killings by security agencies. Murkomen said the […] The post Murkomen Orders CCTV in All Police Stations After Blogger Ojwang’s Murder in Custody appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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19 h. ago Eliud Lagat steps aside amid uproar over death of Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang in detention

Eliud Lagat steps aside amid uproar over death of Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang in detention  BBCKenya hit by protests sparked by teacher’s death in police cell  CNNKenya’s deputy police chief steps aside as blogger’s death investigated  AP NewsKenya police officer arrested over blogger’s death in custody  Al JazeeraKenyan police officer appears in court amid outrage over teacher’s death in custody  The GuardianProtests erupt in Kenya's capital over blogger's death in police custody  NPRKenya Police Boss Steps Down to Allow Murder Probe Amid Protests  Bloomberg.comKenya deputy police chief resigns after blogger's death  DWKenyan blogger's wife seeks answers after his death in police custody  Reuters

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19 h. ago Kenya's deputy police chief steps aside as blogger's death investigated

Kenya's deputy police chief steps aside as blogger's death investigated  morningsun.net

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20 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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22 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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24 h. ago Over 200 Killed in Iran, 20 in Israel as Missile Strikes Escalate Conflict

Iran launched a fresh barrage of missiles at Israel on Sunday evening, striking several cities including Tel Aviv and the northern coastal city of Haifa.

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24 h. ago Gachagua urges families of Gen Z protest victims to stay away from commemoration march

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 16 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged families of Gen Z protest victims killed last year to stay away from the commemoration march set for Wednesday next week. Speaking on Monday during an interview with a vernacular station Gachagua claimed there is a sinister plot to harm those who show […] The post Gachagua urges families of Gen Z protest victims to stay away from commemoration march appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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24 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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25 h. ago Man suspected of shooting Minnesota lawmakers arrested after huge manhunt

A 57-year-old man has been arrested in the US state of Minnesota on suspicion of killing a Democratic state lawmaker and her husband. The arrest on Sunday night was the culmination of a huge two-day manhunt following the deaths of Melissa Hortman, a Minnesota Democrat, and her husband Mark. State Governor Tim Walz called it […] The post Man suspected of shooting Minnesota lawmakers arrested after huge manhunt appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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25 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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26 h. ago Catholic sisters close only hospital in Kenya's Kerio Valley after priests' killings

Catholic sisters close only hospital in Kenya's Kerio Valley after priests' killings  Global Sisters Report

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30 h. ago Three Months Missing in Haiti: Family of Kenyan Officer Moves to Court for Answers

The family of missing Kenyan police officer Benedict Kabiru has taken the government to court, demanding transparency nearly three months after he vanished during a peacekeeping mission in Haiti. With no word from officials and growing fears that Kabiru may have been killed or abducted, the family says they have reached a breaking point. Kabiru disappeared on March 26, 2025, while participating in a rescue operation in Savien, a gang-controlled region northwest of Port-au-Prince. According to reports, gunmen ambushed him and other Kenyan officers during the mission. Since that day, government officials have failed to provide any clear or consistent The post Three Months Missing in Haiti: Family of Kenyan Officer Moves to Court for Answers appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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