CS Murkomen: Don't Condemn All Police Officers for Mistakes of a Few

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  Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has come out in strong defense of the country’s security officers, calling on Kenyans to recognize their hard work and sacrifices. He emphasized that while some officers may have erred, the majority serve with honor and professionalism. Murkomen noted that it is unfair to brand the entire police service negatively because of isolated incidents involving a few rogue individuals. According to him, such generalizations risk demoralizing officers who dedicate themselves to protecting lives and property. He pointed out that police officers are often the first responders in times of crisis, facing danger head-on to maintain order. From handling protests to fighting crime and terrorism, the CS said their contribution to national safety is undeniable. The Interior CS acknowledged that there are cases of misconduct within the force, but insisted that the government is actively dealing with them through investigations and disciplinary actio...
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Kioni Accuses Police of Hiding Truth in Ojwang's Death, Calls It a State Cover-Up

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Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has launched a scathing attack on Kenyan law enforcement, accusing them of orchestrating a cover-up over the death of Albert Omondi Ojwang. The 31-year-old teacher and blogger died under suspicious circumstances while in police custody.

Speaking during a live interview on June 13, Kioni questioned the sincerity of police investigations into the incident. He said the authorities are deliberately dragging their feet and hiding critical details that would expose those responsible.

Ojwang was arrested in Homa Bay on June 7 before being transferred to Nairobi’s Central Police Station. A day later, he was found dead, with police claiming he succumbed to self-inflicted injuries—a narrative Kioni outright rejected.

He contrasted the sluggish response to Ojwang’s death with the swift action taken during the probe into the murder of a Member of Parliament last year. According to Kioni, this shows the justice system only works when powerful individuals are involved.

“This was not a case that happened in the wild,” Kioni stated. “It happened in a major police station with surveillance systems. Yet the CCTV conveniently failed?”

Kioni alleged that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations is already in possession of all facts surrounding the death. He accused the agency and Parliament of shielding those involved, turning the tragedy into a political charade.

He went on to demand that those who gave the order to transfer Ojwang from Homa Bay to Nairobi be held criminally liable. “If Deputy Inspector General Lagat sanctioned the transfer, he too must face the law,” Kioni asserted.

The case has sparked countrywide protests, with citizens demanding justice and an end to police brutality. It has also reignited debate on the culture of impunity within security agencies.

Meanwhile, IPOA Chairperson Isaack Hassan confirmed that everyone involved in Ojwang’s arrest, detention, and transfer is being treated as a suspect in an ongoing murder investigation. He warned that any form of interference or non-cooperation from police officers would not be tolerated.

IPOA has promised a thorough and independent probe to ensure accountability.

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