Friday, June 13, 2025 - Mumias East MP, Peter Salasya, has faulted Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja for prioritising material support to the family of the late teacher and blogger, Albert Ojwang, instead of pushing for justice and accountability.
Ojwang died in police custody days after being arrested over
a social media post alleging corruption by Deputy Inspector General of Police
Eliud Lagat.
His death has sparked nationwide protests and calls for
accountability.
Salasya took issue with Sakaja’s visit to the bereaved
family, during which he pledged to sponsor the widow’s education and cater for
the child’s school fees.
“It is unfortunate that Sakaja rushed in with promises of a
job and school fees.”
“While well-intended, most Kenyans want justice for Albert
first,” Salasya said.
He warned that offering support without addressing the cause
of death risks normalising state-linked violence.
“Life is sacred. Offering help without seeking justice sets
a worrying precedent. Even if the widow remarries or the child is supported,
Albert’s life still mattered. Justice must come first,” he added.
Salasya urged Kenyans to stand against impunity and warned
that silence could make everyone vulnerable to similar tragedies.
In response, Sakaja defended his support, saying, “Albert
was a friend and a trusted voice. While we help his family, we must also push
for justice.”
He revealed plans to channel contributions into a Money
Market Fund to secure Ojwang’s son’s future and promised to help the widow
secure employment.
“We cannot treat this tragedy casually. Justice for Albert
is non-negotiable,” Sakaja said.
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