Albert Ojwang died during police custody and sparked fresh protests against President William Ruto's government. The autopsy showed police strangled the young man after Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat charged him with false publication. Kenyans already angry about broken promises and economic hardships have started demanding Ruto's resignation. International diplomats condemned the killing and want thorough investigations. Opposition leaders gave the government 24 hours to arrest and prosecute Lagat.
ODM party signed a cooperation deal with Ruto's UDA party but threatens to withdraw support over the murder. Senator Edwin Sifuna said the agreement becomes worthless when police continue killing young people. ODM deputy leader Godfrey Osotsi warned they will consider the killing as breaking their partnership agreement. Raila Odinga demanded quick justice for Ojwang and compensation for families of other victims. The opposition wants Lagat removed from his position immediately.
Young Kenyans launched online campaigns against police brutality and started fundraising for Ojwang's family. Digital activists created the "Enough is Enough We Will Not be Next" movement on social media. Former Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki said Kenyans feel trapped between economic struggles and denied rights. Trust between citizens and government keeps falling because of repeated lies and unfulfilled promises. The killing happened near the anniversary of last year's youth uprising against tax increases.
ODM party signed a cooperation deal with Ruto's UDA party but threatens to withdraw support over the murder. Senator Edwin Sifuna said the agreement becomes worthless when police continue killing young people. ODM deputy leader Godfrey Osotsi warned they will consider the killing as breaking their partnership agreement. Raila Odinga demanded quick justice for Ojwang and compensation for families of other victims. The opposition wants Lagat removed from his position immediately.
Young Kenyans launched online campaigns against police brutality and started fundraising for Ojwang's family. Digital activists created the "Enough is Enough We Will Not be Next" movement on social media. Former Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki said Kenyans feel trapped between economic struggles and denied rights. Trust between citizens and government keeps falling because of repeated lies and unfulfilled promises. The killing happened near the anniversary of last year's youth uprising against tax increases.
