The Church of Christ in Africa, Masogo Diocese has called for an urgent and independent investigation into the death of Albert Ojwang, a man who died under suspicious circumstances while in police custody.
In a press statement, Bishop Noah Ochola expressed his deep sorrows over Ojwang’s death, stating that this crisis demands an immediate accountability from law enforcement agencies and the government.
“Albert Ojwang’s life was sacred ,as all lives are,” Bishop Ochola stated. “His death, under circumstances that remain unclear and deeply troubling, raises critical questions about the role of law enforcement and the sanctity of human rights in our nation.”
The statement raises a series of questions directed at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), including why Ojwang was transported to Nairobi, away from his community and family, what specific offense was he accused of and where is the evidence of due process.
“Why is the alleged publication that led to his arrest not available for public scrutiny? Why does the DCI boss remain in office when his actions precipitated this arrest and, ultimately, this death?” the bishop questioned.
Moreover,Bishop Ochola is demanding the following:
1.A full, independent, and expedited public inquiry into the circumstances of Albert Ojwang’s arrest, detention, and death.
2.Immediate suspension of all officers involved, including those who authorized his transport and detention.
3.Public release of all documents related to the alleged offense and the justification for the arrest.
4.A public address from the Ministry of Interior and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) regarding this case.
The bishop urgued that the government should not normalize such injustices and the law must serve the people rather than to silence them.
“Our nation cannot afford to normalize injustice. The value of one life is greater than any institution,” said Bishop Ochola. “We need answers. We deserve the truth. We demand justice.”
“Let the memory of Albert Ojwang be honored not by silence, but by action. May his death not be in vain.”
