Eliud Lagat, the Deputy Inspector General of Police, has stepped aside amid investigations into the death of Albert Ojwang, who died in custody at Nairobi’s Central Police Station following allegations of assault.

• Ojwang’s death prompted public outcry and led to the arrest of Samson Talam, the Officer Commanding Station.
• The inquiry is overseen by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA).
• Preliminary findings revealed tampering with CCTV footage and severe injuries indicative of assault, contradicting police reports.

Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of forming a secret police death squad allegedly responsible for the deaths of innocent Kenyans, linking these claims to the recent death of activist Albert Ojwang’.

• 101 specially trained officers are claimed to be involved in abductions, torture, and cover-ups.
• Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), demands accountability and legal action against Ruto.
• He suggests that Ojwang’s death is “just a tip of the iceberg,” indicating many similar cases are being concealed.