Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has pledged to fully support the family of the late blogger Albert Ojwang, who died under controversial circumstances while in police custody. Ojwang, who had been arrested over an alleged “false publication,” was transferred from Homa Bay to Nairobi and later died at Central Police Station.
Governor Sakaja met Ojwang’s grieving family at City Hall on Wednesday, where he announced several measures to ensure the blogger’s family is taken care of. Among those present were Ojwang’s parents, widow, and two-year-old son, George Miles.
“I have known Albert for a long time,” Sakaja said. “He was a personal influencer and often worked with my communications team. His death is a tragedy we must not ignore.”
In a show of solidarity and compassion, Sakaja committed to covering all burial expenses, sponsoring the education of Ojwang’s young son, and paying off the college fees for his widow, who is currently studying for a diploma in community health. Additionally, he pledged to offer her a job opportunity to help stabilize the family’s future.
To provide Ojwang’s parents with a sustainable source of income, Sakaja further promised to rally support from friends and well-wishers to buy land in Homa Bay and construct rental units.
“This young man deserves justice. His son deserves a future. His widow deserves a chance to rebuild her life,” Sakaja stated. “As a nation, we must draw the line. We cannot allow such injustices to continue.”
Ojwang’s death has sparked national outrage. While police claimed he suffered self-inflicted injuries, a postmortem conducted by five pathologists revealed otherwise. The autopsy pointed to severe head trauma, neck compression, and multiple soft tissue injuries—indicating Ojwang was violently assaulted.
The conflicting narratives have intensified calls for a thorough and independent investigation. Human rights activists are now demanding accountability, with many arguing that Ojwang’s case reflects a disturbing pattern of police brutality.
As the nation mourns a young life cut short, Governor Sakaja’s commitment to supporting the bereaved family offers a glimmer of hope amid growing calls for justice and police reform.
