Senator's Fury: Influencer's Death Sparks Outrage in Kenyan Senate

Kenyan Senator Kajwang's Outrage Over Influencer's Death in Police Custody Homa Bay County, Kenya – June 10, 2025 – The Kenyan Senate was the scene of intense emotion today as Senator Kajwang delivered a scathing address regarding the death of Albert Ojwang, a well-known social media influencer, while in police custody. The incident, which occurred in Homa Bay County, has sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. "We should stop talking like bloggers out there," Senator Kajwang declared, his voice filled with anger. "The Interior CS should have resigned by now in a civil society!" He directly implicated the police in Ojwang's death, stating that the influencer was "killed, murdered by the police." Kajwang's speech highlighted the broader issue of extrajudicial killings in Kenya, linking Ojwang's death to a pattern of police brutality. He mentioned previous instances where he had buried young people killed under similar circumstances, emphasizing the ongoing problem. The Senator's impassioned plea for justice, coupled with his demand for the Inspector General of Police to appear before the Senate tomorrow, underscores the gravity of the situation and the widespread public concern. The video of his speech has gone viral, further amplifying calls for investigation and reform.