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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, February 18, 2026Politicians and Activists Allege Police Misconduct and Demand Investigations - February 2026
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Politicians and Activists Allege Police Misconduct and Demand Investigations - February 2026

Several public figures have raised alarms over alleged police misconduct. Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei is demanding investigations into the alleged use of police officers to recover debts, specifically citing incidents where dairy cows were confiscated in Mosoriot Village. In Mwala, MP Vincent Musyoka Kawaya has publicly demanded action against the Mbiuni OCS, Francis Mutua, accusing the officer of leading a criminal gang. In a separate incident, the family of Vincent Ayomo, who was allegedly shot dead by police during a rally in Kitengela, is experiencing delays with his post-mortem. Activist Boniface Mwangi also expressed fear for his life after a report revealed authorities installed spyware on his phone during a July 2025 arrest. These events have led Embakasi East MP Babu Owino to support calls for the resignation of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja.

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Wednesday 7:38 PMKenyans

Senator Raises Alarm Over Use Of Police To Recover Debts

Senator Raises Alarm Over Use Of Police To Recover Debts

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has raised an alarm in the Senate regarding the alleged use of police officers to recover debts in his county, specifically detailing incidents where dairy cows were confiscated from residents in Mosoriot Village. He is demanding urgent investigations into these actions, questioning the legality and procedural compliance of police involvement in civilian debt recovery disputes.

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Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has raised an alarm in the Senate regarding the alleged use of police officers to recover debts in his county, specifically detailing incidents where dairy cows were confiscated from residents in Mosoriot Village. He is demanding urgent investigations into these actions, questioning the legality and procedural compliance of police involvement in civilian debt recovery disputes.

  • On January 16 and 17, 2026, officers from Mosoriot Police Station allegedly raided homes and confiscated dairy cows.
  • The Senator is seeking clarity on the lawfulness of these actions and a comprehensive update on investigations from the relevant Senate Committee.
  • The reported actions have caused distress as dairy cows are a primary source of income for many families in the agriculturally dependent area.
Wednesday 7:41 AMNation NewsFirst

Family of Kitengela man shot at ODM rally stranded at a Nairobi mortuary

Family of Kitengela man shot at ODM rally stranded at a Nairobi mortuary

The family of Vincent Ayomo, a man shot dead in Kitengela on Sunday, is stranded at the Nairobi Funeral Home awaiting his delayed post-mortem examination. Relatives, including his widow Ms. Khadija Riami, are appealing for the autopsy to be expedited, suspecting police involvement in the shooting and alleging a lack of clear communication from authorities.

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Wednesday 11:27 AMThe Standard

Activist Boniface Mwangi fears for life after police bug phone

Activist Boniface Mwangi fears for life after police bug phone

Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi fears for his life after a report revealed authorities installed spyware on his phone during his July 2025 arrest. The surveillance tool, developed by Israeli company Cellebrite, gave police access to all his personal data, raising concerns he could be a target for elimination due to his activism and presidential bid.

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Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi fears for his life after a report revealed authorities installed spyware on his phone during his July 2025 arrest. The surveillance tool, developed by Israeli company Cellebrite, gave police access to all his personal data, raising concerns he could be a target for elimination due to his activism and presidential bid.

  • Citizen Lab at Canada's Toronto University published the report on Tuesday, identifying the spyware.
  • Mwangi, who is running for president in 2027, stated he has "life-threatening concerns" and feels "violated."
  • The activist plans to use Citizen Lab's findings in court to challenge ongoing criminal charges from his 2025 arrest.
Wednesday 1:00 PMKenyans

UDA MP Calls for Transfer of Police Boss

UDA MP Calls for Transfer of Police Boss

Mwala Member of Parliament Vincent Musyoka Kawaya has publicly demanded action against Mbiuni Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Francis Mutua, accusing the officer of leading a criminal gang, trafficking bhang, and facilitating illegal sand harvesting. These explosive allegations were made during a security meeting in Mbiuni Market on February 18, amidst rising concerns over insecurity.

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Mwala Member of Parliament Vincent Musyoka Kawaya has publicly demanded action against Mbiuni Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Francis Mutua, accusing the officer of leading a criminal gang, trafficking bhang, and facilitating illegal sand harvesting. These explosive allegations were made during a security meeting in Mbiuni Market on February 18, amidst rising concerns over insecurity.

  • MP Kawaya alleges OCS Mutua is the mastermind behind the feared criminal group known as P13.
  • The MP further accused OCS Mutua and three other named police officers of actively involved in openly selling bhang.
  • Kawaya claimed OCS Mutua recently sold impounded sand from the police station, describing it as "outright impunity."
Wednesday 1:30 PMKenyans

Babu Owino Backs Gachagua's Decision in Fresh Twist

Babu Owino Backs Gachagua's Decision in Fresh Twist

Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has publicly supported calls for the resignation of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja. Owino cited Kanja's alleged failure to protect Kenyans and accused him of being in office illegally, aligning with recent opposition demands.

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Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has publicly supported calls for the resignation of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja. Owino cited Kanja's alleged failure to protect Kenyans and accused him of being in office illegally, aligning with recent opposition demands.

  • Babu Owino stated, "Kanja should resign. His work is over. This is a man who should leave office. He is in office illegally. He should leave immediately."
  • The opposition, led by Gachagua, previously stormed Kanja's Jogoo House offices on Monday after an initial visit a week earlier.
  • Owino also criticized Johnson Sakaja, the governor of Nairobi County, over a recent cooperation agreement with the national government, calling it a reduction of the governor's role.
Wednesday 7:29 PMThe Standard

Family cries fail over delays in postmortem of their slain kin

Family cries fail over delays in postmortem of their slain kin

The family of Vincent Ayamu Otieno is experiencing profound anguish and frustration due to persistent delays and conflicting information surrounding the post-mortem of their kin, who was allegedly shot dead by police during a Linda Mwananchi rally in Kitengela.

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The family of Vincent Ayamu Otieno is experiencing profound anguish and frustration due to persistent delays and conflicting information surrounding the post-mortem of their kin, who was allegedly shot dead by police during a Linda Mwananchi rally in Kitengela.

  • The family traveled overnight to Nairobi City Mortuary expecting the post-mortem on Thursday, January 18th, only to find no arrangements had been made.
  • The investigating officer is reportedly responsible for booking the post-mortem with the mortuary and informing the government pathologist, a step not yet completed in this case.
  • Vincent Ayamu Otieno's body is reportedly decomposing, and the family suspects a deliberate cover-up, exacerbating their grief and financial strain.
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The family of Vincent Ayomo, a man shot dead in Kitengela on Sunday, is stranded at the Nairobi Funeral Home awaiting his delayed post-mortem examination. Relatives, including his widow Ms. Khadija Riami, are appealing for the autopsy to be expedited, suspecting police involvement in the shooting and alleging a lack of clear communication from authorities.

  • Vincent Ayomo was shot under his left eye following an Orange Democratic Movement rally in Kitengela, Kajiado County.
  • Family friend Mr. Kennedy Makatu claims morgue officials and Directorate of Criminal Investigations officers are being uncooperative.
  • Morgue officials reportedly stated no pathologist was available for the examination, which the family was previously told would happen on Tuesday.