Cyprian Is Nyakundi has come out strongly, demanding that Eliud Lagat be arrested and properly questioned over the death of Albert Ojwang.
Nyakundi points out how Lagat was right at the center of everything from the very beginning. He was involved in the complaint, the arrest, the movements of the officers, and even the briefings that came after.
Yet, the moment Albert died in custody, it seems like Lagat suddenly became a stranger to the whole operation.
That story, as Nyakundi says, simply does not add up.
The questions around Albert Ojwang’s death have left many people angry and looking for answers.
Albert was picked up by police, and what should have been a normal arrest turned into a tragedy. He lost his life while in custody, and the way the authorities have handled it has raised serious doubts.
People want to know exactly what happened inside those cells. How did a man who was alive and well when he was arrested end up dead?
These are not small questions. They touch on basic issues of justice, police conduct, and accountability in Kenya.
Eliud Lagat, who held a senior position, appears to have played a key role in the events leading to Albert’s arrest.
According to those calling for his questioning, Lagat was giving directions and staying updated every step of the way.
He knew about the complaint that started it all. He was aware of how the officers moved and what they did.
Briefings were happening under his watch. But after the death, the narrative shifted.
Suddenly, the focus moved to junior officers, as if the man at the top had nothing to do with it. This kind of selective responsibility leaves a bitter taste.
It feels like those in power are quick to point fingers downward when things go wrong, while protecting themselves.
Many Kenyans are tired of seeing this pattern repeat itself. Time and again, deaths in police custody make headlines, promises of investigation follow, and then the matter fades away.
Families are left without justice, and the public loses trust in the system.
In Albert’s case, the calls for Lagat’s arrest are growing louder because people believe he has information that could explain what really happened.
Communication trails, orders given, and updates shared could reveal the full picture if brought to court.
Hiding behind ranks or shifting blame will not bring closure or prevent the next tragedy.
The demand to arrest Eliud Lagat is not just about one man. It is about sending a message that no one is above the law, especially those who give commands that affect people’s lives.
If Lagat was indeed deeply involved as claimed, then he owes Kenyans a clear explanation.
Questioning him thoroughly, with all records on the table, is the least that should happen.
