Murkomen, Kanja, and Amin Grilled by Senators Over Ojwang’s Mysterious Death

 Murkomen, Kanja, and Amin Grilled by Senators Over Ojwang’s Mysterious Death



On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, the Senate temporarily halted its official session for two hours to hold an informal meeting with senior security leaders regarding the controversial death of activist and teacher Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) head Mohamed Amin, and a representative from the Independent Policing Oversight Authority were present for questioning. This session marked Murkomen’s first public statement on the matter.

Ojwang, known for his social media activism, died on Sunday, June 8, 2025, while held at Central Police Station in Nairobi. His death has sparked national outrage and demands for accountability.

Although the session was informal, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi reassured members that the Senate Clerk would document the meeting, enabling it to inform official parliamentary decisions. Some senators insisted that the security officials provide their statements under oath to ensure they are legally bound by their testimony.

"We expect complete honesty. Taking an oath is the only way to guarantee that," said Kingi in response to concerns raised by Majority Whip Boni Khalwale.

Murkomen was expected to provide a comprehensive briefing on the progress of investigations. Meanwhile, DCI boss Mohamed Amin was to address his officers' role in Ojwang’s arrest and detention.

Ojwang was arrested at his rural home in Homa Bay County and transferred to Nairobi. On Monday, June 9, IG Kanja stated that Ojwang was discovered unconscious in a cell and taken to Mbagathi Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival.

Following this, Kanja announced the interdiction of all officers on duty at the time, including the station commander, to facilitate an impartial investigation.

Calls for justice have intensified, with leaders like MP Peter Kaluma and former Chief Justice David Maraga demanding accountability and transparency in the handling of Ojwang’s case.

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