Inspector General of police Stories
The President argued that it is unreasonable to deny the police the tools necessary to maintain order, especially when those challenging such measures...
Deputy Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli insisted that no one was being turned away, despite widespread disruption and restricted vehicula...
The Bill’s main purpose is to amend the NPS Act to ensure that persons appointed to serve as IG and DIG do not exceed the age of 60 at the time of app...
The alliance condemned the June 25 crackdown on protesters, slamming the three government officials for failing to prevent widespread human rights vio...
The application was filed after Kiangui's whereabouts remained unknown for over a week, raising concerns over possible enforced disappearance.
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja warned that any attempt to breach the security of protected areas would be met with firm and lawful resistan...
The groups are calling on authorities to act urgently to prevent violence and safeguard the constitutional right to peaceful protest.
Lagat recently stepped aside following growing pressure from the opposition and human rights groups over the death of Ojwang’, who had been arrested a...
National Police Service Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said the arrest followed a directive issued by Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja.
He accused DIG of Police Lagat of issuing the order that led to Ojwang's torture and death.
The former CJ, who is now one of Ruto's critics, has promised to join other Kenyans on June 25 in protests to push for Lagat's resignation.
Benedict Kabiru’s family say they have been left in distress, with no answers from officials, as fears grow that he may have been captured or killed.
The unit is credited for successfully unlocking the gruesome murder of two Indians and a Kenyan taxi driver during the 2022 electioneering period.
Kanja's statement came as senators demanded answers on whether Ojwang had been subjected to solitary confinement and under what conditions such a meas...
Senator Moses Kajwang had demanded clarity over why the police issued an official statement claiming Ojwang had died after hitting his head on a wall,...
The human rights defenders want the court to grant them leave to prosecute the senior police officer for murder, accusing him of being responsible for...
Kenyans have now intensified calls for justice and accountability, with public anger mounting over the circumstances surrounding Ojwang’s death at Cen...
While addressing journalists on Monday, Kanja explained that DIG Lagat raised concerns about false information being circulated on social media platfo...
Gachagua alleged that Ojwang’s death was part of a broader pattern of police brutality and state-sponsored killings targeting Gen Zs under the Kenya K...
Kanja said 1,206 officers have died, 326 resigned, and 289 were dismissed from service.
Koome sought to overturn a ruling that held him personally accountable for police brutality against striking doctors.
Through lawyer Kibiku Njenga, Mohamed had told the High Court that although his arrest was unlawful, without an explanation of any offences he could h...
MPs insisted that settling the outstanding debt and activating the hospital would ultimately save the government billions and ensure officers receive...
In a memo to all police commanders and heads of formation units, Kanja now wants the police to assist IPOA with the necessary documentation and inform...
The security was reportedly withdrawn shortly after President William Ruto removed him from the Cabinet, exposing Muturi to personal danger and prompt...
Following the killing of the MP, Speaker Wetang’ula said he had instructed the police boss to take swift action and report back to the House.
The controversy arose after Kanja, dressed in official police regalia, was seen addressing a crowd during a political rally led by President William R...
Speaking during Eid celebration in Eastleigh on Sunday, IG Kanja confirmed that an active search operation is still underway in Haiti.
The judge also dismissed the IG's application to have the orders stayed as he prepared to appeal against them.
Kanja said he would appear in court at the appropriate time, emphasising that he is a law-abiding citizen with no intention of defying court orders.
