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Investigation into Blogger Ojwang’s Death in Police Custody

DIG Lagat steps aside amid pressure; details emerge about Albert Ojwang’s father's conversation with Ruto.

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Cop Reveals What Happened to Blogger Ojwang at Central Police Station

Analysis: A recent revelation from Police Constable James Mukwana implicates Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat in the murder of blogger Albert Ojwang at the Central Police Station in Nairobi. The shocking testimony suggests that Ojwang was intended to be punished but ultimately succumbed to severe torture under police custody.

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DIG Lagat Steps Aside Amid Pressure Over Blogger Ojwang’s Death in Custody

Analysis: Deputy Inspector-General of Police Eliud Lagat has stepped aside amid growing pressure following the death of blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody, allowing for independent investigations.

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Details of Ruto's Phone Conversation with Albert Ojwang's Father

Analysis: President William Ruto expressed his condolences to the family of the late blogger Albert Ojwang in a personal phone call, following the confirmation of Ojwang's death on June 8. The father, Meshack Ojwang, shared details of this call upon returning to Homa Bay.

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CCTV to become standard in all police stations, Murkomen announces

Analysis: The Ministry of Interior and National Administration announced that CCTV surveillance will be mandatory in all police stations across Kenya within the next two years to enhance transparency and accountability.

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

Analysis: The wife of deceased Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang is demanding justice for his death while in police custody, emphasizing the duty of the police to protect him. Ojwang, who was **31** years old, was arrested for allegedly criticizing Deputy Inspector-General of Police Eliud Lagat on X (formerly Twitter).

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EDITORIAL: Justice for Albert Ojwang Must Be Swift, Transparent and Uncompromising

Analysis: The death of Albert Ojwang in police custody has sparked national outrage, highlighting the urgent need for justice and accountability.

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HAPPENING NOW: Nairobi OCS Talam in court over death of Albert Ojwang

Analysis: The Nairobi Central Police Station OCS, Samson Talam, is currently appearing in court concerning the death of social media influencer and teacher Albert Ojwang. This case has sparked significant public outrage.

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Drama in Court as Lawyers Clash Over Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang

Analysis: In a dramatic court session at Milimani Law Court, lawyers clashed over the prosecution of two police officers linked to the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang.

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ODPP Reveals Who Paid for Deletion CCTV After Blogger's Murder

Analysis: The Director of Public Prosecutions has accused Samson Taalam, the OCS of Nairobi Central Police Station, of paying to delete crucial CCTV footage related to the murder of Albert Ojwang.

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