Thika Student Murder Sparks Outrage, IPOA Warns on Goonism - June 2026

The family of Elizabeth Ngina, a 21-year-old student at Thika Technical Training Institute, is demanding justice after her body was discovered in a rented house in Kia-Ng'ombe Estate, Thika. The family is demanding a swift investigation following the student's brutal murder, with the incident sparking outrage and calls for justice. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is urging the Kenyan government to urgently address the escalating issue of goonism to prevent it from spiraling out of control. Violence erupted in Ang'ata Barikoi, with Senator Gideon Moi strongly condemning the violence and calling for swift action. Chaos erupted at Nakuru Police Station following the arrest of Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai, who is scheduled to appear in court in connection with an alleged shooting incident.