Kenyan Senate to Grill Top Officials Over Influencer's Death in Custody

Kenyan Senate Demands Answers in X Influencer's Death NAIROBI, Kenya — Outrage swept through the Kenyan Senate today following the death of popular social media influencer Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi wasted no time in demanding answers, ordering the immediate appearance of several high-ranking officials before the Senate. The Speaker's statement, captured on video, clearly outlines the gravity of the situation and the need for a thorough investigation. "The patience of this country is being stretched beyond its elasticity," Kingi stated, his voice firm and serious. He directed the Interior Cabinet Secretary, the Inspector General of Police, the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) chair, and the Police Service Commission (PSC) chair to appear before the Senate tomorrow morning to answer 15 questions posed by concerned senators. The video footage shows the Senate chamber, underscoring the seriousness with which senators are taking the matter. The incident has sparked widespread public concern and calls for transparency and accountability within the police force. The upcoming Senate hearing promises to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Ojwang's death and to address the broader issues of police brutality and accountability in Kenya.