Protests Erupt Outside City Mortuary After Albert Ojwang’s Death
Tension engulfed Ngong Road on Sunday, June 9, as furious demonstrators flooded the streets outside City Mortuary.
They chanted, sang, and carried placards demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, the influencer who died in police custody under unclear circumstances.
“Kenyans united, we shall never be defeated. Ruto must go; the youth are united towards this,” protesters roared.
They claimed Ojwang’s death was suspicious and demanded the resignation of Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat, who had filed the complaint that led to Ojwang’s arrest.
Tears, Rage, and Roadblocks
The protesters, including activists, students, and civil society leaders, staged a standoff near Nairobi Funeral Home.
Phones in hand, they blocked the roundabout leading to Mbagathi Hospital, disrupting traffic and paralyzing movement.
“Ruto must go. Langat must go. What are we demanding? We are demanding justice!” echoed across the intersection
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Among them were activist Hanifa Adan, Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid, student leader Joshua Okayo, and scholar-activist Fred Ogola.
Questions and Accusations Fly
Okayo challenged the police narrative.
“Why was Ojwang transported over 400km from Homa Bay to Nairobi?” he asked.
“Why not charge him there?”
He accused the Central Police Station OCS of playing a direct role in Ojwang’s death.
“The OCS must be arrested and prosecuted,” Okayo demanded.
Ojwang had been arrested over alleged defamation against DIG Lagat. He was held at Central Police Station, where he was later found unconscious.
According to official records, he was pronounced dead at 1:39am on Sunday at Mbagathi Hospital.
Escalating Tension as Police Respond
As emotions soared, a large contingent of anti-riot police was deployed to disperse the crowd.
The demonstrators then marched towards Central Police Station, demanding answers and entry—but were blocked.
Their chants grew louder, their resolve stronger.
“We will not stop until we get justice for Ojwang!” one woman shouted.
Online and Offline Outrage Collide
Before the physical protest, Kenyans on social media had already called for direct action. Many threatened to storm key infrastructure, including police stations.
Now, both online and offline platforms are ablaze with fury.
Albert Ojwang’s death has shaken the nation, and for many, the search for justice is just beginning.
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Protests Erupt Outside City Mortuary After Albert Ojwang’s Death
