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.

• June 8 marked the announcement of Ojwang's death, leading to ongoing investigations.
• Eliud Lagat is at the center of the allegations, with orders said to have come from him.
• Mukwana claimed he was directed to ensure the suspect was "dealt with," reflecting systemic issues within the police.

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.

• 31-year-old Albert Ojwang is the deceased.
• The officer, Samson Talam, is named as the prime suspect by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Talam claims he was not present during the incident and arrived later upon learning of Ojwang’s critical condition.

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).

• Ojwang was reportedly found unconscious in his cell before later dying in the hospital.
• His wife stated, "If you are in police custody, this [is] somewhere you are supposed to be protected."
• This incident raises serious concerns regarding police accountability and the treatment of detainees.

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.

• Ksh3,000 was allegedly paid to a technician to delete footage from June 6 and 7.
• Samson Taalam is a key suspect due to his role as OCS, directly involved in managing station records.
• The Independent Policing Oversight Authority is seeking to detain Taalam for 21 days to facilitate further investigation.

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.

• The prosecution sought to detain OCS Samson Talaam and Constable James Mukhwana for an additional **21 days** to complete their investigation into Ojwang's suspicious death.
• Lawyer Danstan Omari, representing the officers, argued the arrest was premature and highlighted inconsistencies in the investigation.
• During cross-examination of Abdirahman Jibril from the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), tensions escalated as Omari pressed for legal justifications regarding the case.

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

• Independent autopsy confirmed Ojwang suffered head trauma, neck compression, and multiple soft tissue injuries, indicating he was brutally assaulted, not a medical emergency.
• Deputy Inspector-General Eliud Lagat, who accused Ojwang, has remained silent and has not resigned or offered condolences.
• Concerns over a pattern of extrajudicial killings by Kenyan security agencies have been exacerbated since the June 2024 GenZ protests.

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.

• Ojwang died a day after being arrested for criticizing Lagat on social media; initial police reports claimed he collapsed, but an autopsy revealed evidence of torture.
• The investigation is led by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), with several police officers and civilian detainees arrested.
• Violent protests erupted in Nairobi demanding justice for Ojwang, highlighting the public's outrage over police misconduct.

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.

• 1,209 police stations in Kenya will be equipped with CCTV.
• Kipchumba Murkomen, the Interior Cabinet Secretary, emphasized the need for reforms after incidents of police misconduct.
• Legislation will be proposed to criminalize tampering with CCTV systems, which will be overseen by the Officer Commanding Station (OCS), who will be responsible for their operation.

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.

• Ksh2 million financial support was extended by President Ruto to assist the family.
• Notable figures involved include Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and ODM leader Raila Odinga, who also provided financial assistance.
• The ongoing investigation into Ojwang's death led to the stepping aside of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat.