A coalition of civil society organisations, including the Katiba Institute, Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), and the Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU), has filed a petition seeking the impeachment of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. The petition, lodged on 2 July 2025, accuses Murkomen of making inflammatory remarks that allegedly encouraged excessive police force during recent protests, violating constitutional rights and undermining public safety. Part of a press statement issued by the Katiba Institute reads: “Murkomen gave assurances that he would protect any police officer who executes his shoot-to-kill orders. The petition alleges that these comments constitute incitement to violence and…
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Peter Kawanjiru, a prominent political figure and ally of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, was allegedly abducted by police in Limuru, Kiambu County, on June 30, 2025, according to claims circulating on social media and statements attributed to his family. Kawanjiru, who ran for the Member of County Assembly (MCA) seat in 2022 under the Jubilee Party and currently serves as the Democratic Change Party (DCP) Kiambu Youth Coordinator, was reportedly taken from an area near the Deputy Officer’s (D.O.) office in Limuru. According to the family, officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) were spotted in more than 10…
The Kenyan government has announced the waiver of medical bills for victims of the 17 and 25 June 2025 protests, including a significant KSh 815,805 bill for the late Boniface Kariuki, who passed away on 30 June 2025. The decision follows widespread demonstrations that left many injured, with several requiring extensive medical treatment. Boniface Kariuki, whose case attracted national attention, succumbed to injuries sustained during the protests. Kariuki’s family spokesperson, Emily Wanjira, confirmed the news, stating that they received a call from Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) in the afternoon informing them of his passing. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale issued…
The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohammed Amin, has clarified that activist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia is not in police custody. Speaking to the press outside DCI headquarters, Amin stated that Ndiang’ui is a person of interest following content he posted on his social media platforms, which Amin described as “very inflammatory material.” Amin further urged Ndiang’ui to present himself to the authorities. “Ndiang’ui Kinyagia is not in the custody of the National Police Service. He is a person of interest to us, and wherever he is, I urge him to surrender at the nearest police station,” said Amin. The DCI boss…
The Senate has agreed to hold a plenary session to hear the impeachment motion against Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo. The plenary is scheduled for July 8 to July 9. This follows the rejection of a motion to establish an 11-member committee to investigate the allegations. “As communicated earlier by way of a message on the resolution of the Isiolo County Assembly, the Standing Orders provide that the Senate may constitute a committee to investigate the matter or conduct the same in plenary. The motion having been negatived, the route of a special committee is hereby abandoned. That means the Senate…
ormer police spokesman Charles Owino has alleged that Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, the street vendor who was shot in the head at close range, insulted a police officer shortly before the fatal incident. Speaking on Citizen TV, Owino condemned the shooting of the young vendor and emphasized the need for police to exercise restraint, even when provoked. He noted that while there are circumstances under which police officers may use firearms, they must always act with caution and sound judgment. “It was a very simple exchange. If you listen to that clip closely, you will hear that boy abusing the policeman.…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has sparked widespread controversy by issuing a shoot-to-kill order, directing police officers to use lethal force against individuals attempting to storm or threaten police stations. The directive, announced during a press conference in Nairobi on Thursday, 26 June 2025, comes in the wake of violent protests that rocked the country on 25 June, marking the anniversary of the 2024 anti-government demonstrations that claimed lives. Murkomen’s order follows a wave of unrest during the Gen Z-led memorial protests, which he described as a well-planned and unconstitutional attempt at regime change. Speaking to the press after assessing…
The government, through the Communications Authority (CA), ordered media houses to halt live broadcasts of the June 25th anniversary protests, which had brought the nation to a standstill. CA Director-General David Mugonyi claimed the coverage violated the Constitution and Section 461 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act. Media houses defied the directive, continuing live broadcasts, which led to some of their signals being forcefully shut down. Affected outlets included KTN, NTV, K24 and Kameme. In response, the Standard Group termed the directive “illegal”, arguing it contravened Articles 33 and 34 of the Constitution and lacked legal justification. The move…
The Secretary General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU), Francis Atwoli, has proposed the dissolution of Nairobi National Park to pave the way for industrial expansion. He made the remarks on 22 June 2025 while addressing local residents in Karen, following their opposition to the proposed railway project set to connect Riruta and Ngong. “Even the National Park, where we have animals, must be used to develop Nairobi. We need a new Nairobi with roads, facilities, and proper industrial parks because it is only Nairobi that has not been decongested in Africa,” said Atwoli, adding that even developed…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has denied claims that he hired goons last week to infiltrate protests over the death of blogger Albert Ojwang. On Sunday, 22 June, Sakaja reiterated that his entire political career has been anchored on clean politics and that he has never resorted to violence for political gain. “I would like to say for the record — and let me be clear. I have never and will never sponsor violence of any kind. My entire political life has been anchored on siasa safi (clean politics), which upholds human dignity, the rule of law, and the democratic rights…