Shameless top cops: Ojwang's death points to pattern of police brutality, cover-ups

The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja briefing the press following Albert Omondi Ojwang's death in police custody at Central Police station, Nairobi. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

As 23 people had recorded statements with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) by last Friday, the death of Albert Omondi Ojwang, a 31-year-old teacher, husband, and outspoken blogger, has erupted into a national scandal.

The investigations are uncovering a troubling web of alleged police brutality, political interference, and institutional cover-ups.

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