The death of Albert Ojwang in police custody has brought pain and anger across Nairobi. Albert, a 31-year-old teacher and blogger, was arrested after criticizing a senior police officer online.
Just two days later, he died behind bars. An autopsy showed that Albert had severe head injuries, signs of being strangled, and other trauma that clearly proved he did not die from natural causes.
These findings confirmed what many feared that Albert was tortured by the police. His case sparked protests in the streets of Nairobi, where citizens came out demanding justice and an end to police brutality.But those peaceful protests quickly turned violent.
Reports started coming in that some of the people causing trouble weren’t even real protesters. Instead, they were hired goons sent to disrupt the demonstrations.
Citizen TV revealed shocking details. According to one of the hired goons, they were brought together, promised decent pay, but ended up being given only Kshs 50 each to cause chaos.
This person even shared that he broke his arm during the disruption. Another individual said they were told to shout the name “Sakaja” after completing their assignment suggesting the Nairobi governor’s name was being used as a sign that the task was done.
These actions took place near City Hall, raising further suspicion. What is even more disturbing is how these goons seemed to be working hand in hand with police officers.
Videos and photos showed them armed with sticks and whips, beating up peaceful protesters. Shops were looted and people injured, yet no police officers stopped them. Instead, they appeared to offer them cover. This level of cooperation points to deeper problems within the system, where violence is being used to shut down any form of resistance.
Governor Johnson Sakaja has not issued any strong denial, and no official investigations have been opened to clear or confirm his involvement. Social media has been flooded with posts accusing him of being behind the mess.
Several users have openly said that Sakaja should be held responsible for turning a peaceful protest into a battleground. Some have named his close associates like Gaucho and Swale Sonko as the ones used to organize the chaos.
These accusations continue to build public pressure, but so far, there is total silence from the authorities. It is alarming that no one has been arrested or investigated for the disruption.
Even with direct confessions from those hired to attack protesters, the system seems unwilling to act. This raises questions about how much control politicians like Sakaja really have over city operations and how far they’re willing to go to protect their image.
It also shows how the right to protest in Kenya is under threat, especially when politicians use fear and violence to silence the public.
The people came out to fight for Albert Ojwang, a man who died for expressing his opinion. What they got in return was violence, silence, and a failed leadership that seems more focused on covering up than taking responsibility.
Governor Sakaja may not have made an official statement, but the confessions, social media posts, and eyewitness reports all paint a picture that is hard to ignore. Nairobi deserves better. It’s not just about Albert anymore it’s about the safety of every citizen who wants to speak up without being beaten down or silenced.
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