OCS Talaam, Two Others Deny Killing Blogger Albert Ojwang Amid Public Fury
The murder case of renowned blogger Albert Omondi Ojwang has taken a sharp turn. On Tuesday, three of the six suspects — including top-ranking officers — denied murder charges before the Kibera High Court.
Officers Plead Not Guilty
According to the prosecution, the suspects — Samson Talaam (OCS Nairobi Central), James Mukhwana (daytime cell sentry), and Peter Kimani (night shift cell sentry) — were directly involved in the death of Ojwang on June 8, 2025.
Despite the grave accusations, all three stood in court and denied any wrongdoing.
“We are not guilty of the charges against us,” Talaam and his co-accused declared.
Prosecution Fights Bail Plea
As the court considered bail, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) strongly opposed their release.
“These officers have insider access to police systems and weapons,” the prosecution warned.
“Freeing them now could sabotage investigations and threaten key witnesses.”
Prosecutors emphasized the officers’ potential to interfere with the case due to their ranks and access to police infrastructure.
“They are well-positioned to intimidate, manipulate, and erase evidence,” the DPP told the judge.
Case Linked to Another Officer
The court heard that another officer, John Gitau, who is separately under investigation for a different murder, was detained at the same station during Ojwang’s fatal night.
The prosecution painted a chilling picture of what happened.
“Ojwang was beaten while in police custody. His body bore signs of torture,” a lead prosecutor stated.
Public Anger Mounts
Kenyans have erupted in outrage, both online and on the streets.
“We demand justice. Police should protect us, not kill us,” read one trending comment on X (formerly Twitter).
Public anger intensified as activists demanded accountability from Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat, who has stepped aside pending investigations.
“Lagat must answer questions about Ojwang’s death,” shouted protesters in Nairobi’s CBD.
Lagat has since recorded a statement with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA). His legal team maintains his innocence.
“Our client has no involvement in the incident,” Lagat’s lawyer affirmed.
Court Urged to Weigh Public Risk
In conclusion, the DPP pleaded with the court:
“This is not just about one man’s life — it’s about restoring public trust. Granting bail would spark unrest.”
The court has yet to make a ruling on the bail application. Meanwhile, Kenyans continue watching closely, demanding that justice — not rank — decides the outcome
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OCS Talaam, Two Others Deny Killing Blogger Albert Ojwang Amid Public Fury
