Kenyan Opposition Demands Answers After Extrajudicial Killing

Kenyan Opposition Condemns Ruto Regime, Cites Rampant Extrajudicial Killings NAIROBI, KENYA – June 11, 2025 – Kenyan opposition leaders today issued a scathing condemnation of President William Ruto's regime, decrying what they described as rampant extrajudicial killings and a dangerous rise of authoritarianism. The press conference, attended by a significant number of opposition figures, focused on the recent death of Albert Ojwang, a young man who died after being arrested by police. "Three years ago, none of us could have imagined we would be standing here today, listing the atrocities and premeditated killings of Kenyans by the current regime," stated one of the opposition leaders, his voice filled with emotion. The leaders highlighted the lack of due process in Ojwang’s case, emphasizing that his death is not an isolated incident but a symptom of a larger pattern of human rights violations. The opposition demanded a full investigation and accountability for those responsible for Ojwang's death. They also called for an end to the government's alleged use of excessive force and intimidation against its critics. The briefing concluded with a call for a national day of mourning and a renewed commitment to upholding democratic principles in Kenya. The opposition's powerful statement has sparked a significant public debate and raised serious concerns about the state of human rights under Ruto's leadership.