Governor Gladys Wanga promises to watch every step of the police investigation into Albert Ojwang's death. The man died under strange conditions after police locked him up. Wanga spoke at his funeral service at Nyawango Primary School. She demands that officers face serious murder charges. The governor wants to see them convicted and punished to the fullest extent.
Police arrested Ojwang at his Kakoth home on June 7. Officers took him to Nairobi Central Police Station. He died the next day behind bars. Several police officers and regular citizens face detention as the investigation continues. President William Ruto has spoken out against what happened.
Angry mourners caused major trouble at Ojwang's hometown. Hundreds of people grabbed his casket and marched to Mawego Police Station. Students from nearby Mawego Polytechnic joined the crowd. The confrontation turned violent and part of the police station burned down. Police have not made any statements about the fire.
Wanga stood up for the students and said they did not start the blaze. She promised to help Ojwang's family through this difficult time. The governor shared messages of sympathy from President Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Two members of parliament attended the funeral ceremony. Wanga stressed that justice must happen quickly and openly for everyone to see.
Police arrested Ojwang at his Kakoth home on June 7. Officers took him to Nairobi Central Police Station. He died the next day behind bars. Several police officers and regular citizens face detention as the investigation continues. President William Ruto has spoken out against what happened.
Angry mourners caused major trouble at Ojwang's hometown. Hundreds of people grabbed his casket and marched to Mawego Police Station. Students from nearby Mawego Polytechnic joined the crowd. The confrontation turned violent and part of the police station burned down. Police have not made any statements about the fire.
Wanga stood up for the students and said they did not start the blaze. She promised to help Ojwang's family through this difficult time. The governor shared messages of sympathy from President Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Two members of parliament attended the funeral ceremony. Wanga stressed that justice must happen quickly and openly for everyone to see.
