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

In any functioning democracy, Mr. Lagat would have resigned by now. His continued presence in office is a stain on our national values and a threat to the integrity of the investigations. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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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.

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