09/06/2025
Governor Wanga Condemns Police Brutality After Albert Ojwang’s Death
The death of social media influencer Albert Omondi Ojwang while in police custody has sparked national outrage, with Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga leading calls for justice. Wanga has condemned the incident, describing it as a “distressing tragedy” and insisting that police brutality has no place in society. She has urged the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ojwang’s
am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Albert Omondi Ojwang. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this painful time. No family should endure such a loss under unclear and troubling circumstances, especially while in the custody of institutions meant to protect lives. I stand in solidarity with the Ojwang family and urge a thorough, independent, and transparent investigation to ensure justice is served. May Albert’s soul rest in peace."
The death of social media influencer Albert Omondi Ojwang while in police custody has ignited a firestorm of criticism, with many accusing law enforcement of attempting to justify the tragedy rather than taking accountability. The National Police Service (NPS) claims Ojwang sustained fatal head injuries after allegedly hitting his head against a cell wall, but his family, activists, and political leader
Ojwang, a vocal presence on X (formerly Twitter), was arrested on June 7 at his home in Homa Bay County by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). He was accused of publishing false information online and was swiftly transferred to Nairobi’s Central Police Station. Less than 24 hours later, he was dead
In a statement, the NPS insisted that Ojwang’s injuries were self-inflicted, claiming officers noticed his condition and rushed him to Mbagathi Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
