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Originally published by Standard Politicspolitics
February 19, 2026
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Opposition abandons IG Kanja talks, targets 12 officers over Witima attack

The opposition has abandoned talks with Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja over the Witima ACK Church attack, accusing him of shielding 12 officers and two members of parliament...
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Kenya's United Alternative Government opposition coalition has halted talks with Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, accusing him of protecting 12 police officers and two Members of Parliament involved in the January 25 Witima ACK Church attack. The coalition plans to initiate a private prosecution, citing the state's alleged refusal to act.
- The opposition claims Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen obstructed justice by preventing prosecution after investigations identified 12 officers and two MPs.
- The Witima church attack in Othaya, Nyeri County, involved tear gas and live ammunition during a service attended by Rigathi Gachagua, described by the coalition as an attempted assassination.
- The coalition will hold public assemblies in Kisii and Nyamira from February 23 to February 25, and in Nakuru on February 27 and February 28.
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