Homa Bay governor Gladys Wanga/ FILE
Homa Bay Governor, Gladys Wanga has condoled with the family of Albert Omondi Ojwang’ for their loss.
In a press statement issued on June 9, 2025, Wanga expressed a profound concern about the distressing reports surrounding the death of Ojwang’.
Ojwang, a teacher based in Voi, was arrested on Saturday in Homa Bay town over what authorities described as a “derogatory” post on X (formerly Twitter).
He had travelled to Homa Bay to visit family when he was picked up by police officers.
Ojwang was driven to Nairobi and booked at Central Police Station for further questioning.
Police said he died by suicide after allegedly injuring himself while alone in a cell.
“No family should suffer the loss of a loved one under such unclear and troubling circumstances, especially while in the custody of state institutions sworn to protect lives,” Wanga said.
She further called upon the relevant agencies to hold a thorough, independent, and transparent investigation into the events leading to Albert’s death.
“Police brutality has no place in our society,” Wanga added.
“The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) must expedite its inquiry and ensure that findings are made public.”
Wanga expressed her firm support to stand in solidarity with Albert’s family and offer necessary aid needed during this time.
This incident underscores the pressing need for police accountability and custodial safeguards.
Ojwang was found with serious head injuries believed to be self-inflicted and was rushed to hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
“He was rushed to the hospital after what we think was an attempted suicide. He had injured himself in the head and was rushed to the hospital, where he died. He did not die here in custody,” said Nairobi Central Police boss Stephen Okal.
The body was moved to the mortuary pending an autopsy.
Earlier, the Law Society of Kenya issued demands to the government security agencies over the death of Albert Ojwang, ordering for speed investigations into his death saying culprits should be brought to book.
The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Sunday night ordered the suspension of top police officers at the Central Police Station following the public pressure for accountability on the tragic death of Albert Ojwang while in police custody at Central Police Station, Nairobi.
