Former Chief Justice and Gen Z presidential candidate David Maraga has come out strongly over the killing of popular X influencer Albert Ojwang’.
In a serious and emotional statement posted on his official X handle, Maraga directly accused top police officials of playing a role in Albert’s death.
He also made it clear that if action is not taken soon, he will personally take further steps, including joining public protests.Maraga stated that the death of Albert Ojwang’ is not just another unfortunate incident, but a deliberate killing that should not go unpunished.
He placed direct blame on Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat. According to Maraga, there is already enough evidence to arrest Lagat.
He described it as prima facie evidence, meaning that the available proof already points clearly to Lagat’s involvement in the killing without needing further investigation to justify an arrest.
Maraga said the law must be followed, no matter who is involved, and justice must be served for Albert.In his second demand, Maraga asked for the immediate arrest and prosecution of both Inspector General Douglas Kanja and the Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin.
He said these two top security officers lied under oath when they appeared before the Senate last week. Maraga insisted that their false testimonies are part of a wider cover-up to protect those responsible for Albert’s killing.
He added that lying to the Senate while under oath is a serious crime, and they must face legal consequences for it.The final point in Maraga’s statement was a bold promise to the Kenyan people.
He said that if the state continues to ignore the calls for justice, he will personally join Kenyans in peaceful protests to demand justice for Albert. He said he would not sit back and watch the government silence young voices through violence.
Maraga made it clear that he will stand with the people until those responsible are punished and justice is delivered.
Maraga’s remarks have added more pressure on President William Ruto’s government, especially as youth across the country are already angry over police brutality and growing mistrust in state institutions.
His involvement in this case may give the protests a stronger legal and moral voice. Many Kenyans, especially young people who followed Albert Ojwang’ online, are now closely watching to see how the government will respond to Maraga’s demands.
