The Kenya Kwanza government under the leadership of President William Ruto and his Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has come under strong criticism for allowing extrajudicial killings to happen without proper investigations or justice being served.
Kenyans are now questioning why people continue to die under unclear circumstances, especially in the hands of security agencies that are supposed to protect them.
The government has remained silent on most of these cases, and no real effort has been seen to address the concerns of grieving families or hold anyone responsible.
This has painted a dark image of the current administration as one that is turning a blind eye to human rights violations.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, who served under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, has now come out strongly on this issue.
As a presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, Matiang’i used the recent killing of Albert Ojwang to send a message to Kenyans.
He said, and we quote, “The cold-blooded murder of Albert Ojwang is a heartbreaking reminder of the urgent need for reform in our criminal justice system. No one deserves to be denied due process. Taking a citizen’s life outside the law is not only unjust but a fundamental violation of human rights.”
These words reflect growing anger and frustration among many Kenyans who are tired of seeing innocent people killed and nothing being done about it.
Albert Ojwang, the young man whose life was taken, was described by Matiang’i as a symbol of hope. He was someone his family was proud of, someone with a future full of potential.
His life was cut short in a brutal and unlawful manner, leaving the entire country shocked.
The way his case has been handled raises serious questions about the safety of young people in Kenya and the ability of the police and government to follow the law and respect life.
According to Matiang’i, this incident should not be allowed to pass quietly. It demands answers, accountability, and justice.
Many Kenyans are now supporting leaders like Matiang’i who are calling for justice and reforms.
The feeling on the ground is that the current government is not doing enough to protect its people. Until action is taken and those responsible are punished, the public will continue to lose trust in the government.
The death of Albert Ojwang is more than just another case. It has become a symbol of everything that is wrong with the criminal justice system in Kenya today.
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