Influencer Found Dead in Police Custody: Outrage Erupts in Kenya

A wave of shock and grief swept through Kenya following the unexpected death of popular X influencer Albert Ojwang. The 27-year-old social media personality was found dead at Nairobi's Central Police Station on Sunday morning. He had been apprehended by Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officers on Saturday afternoon in Homa Bay, a town approximately 350 kilometers from Nairobi. The police claim Ojwang sustained self-inflicted injuries during the night and died while en route to Mbagathi Hospital. However, this account has been met with skepticism. Ojwang's father, speaking to reporters outside the police station, stated, "It's quite unfortunate because they were informing me that the boy was being investigated for an alleged media publication on Twitter. This does not warrant his death!" The incident has sparked public outrage and calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ojwang's death. The family and supporters are demanding justice and transparency from the authorities. The case highlights the ongoing concerns about police accountability and the need for greater oversight to prevent such tragedies in the future. The authorities have promised a full investigation.