Four activists move to court seeking to privately prosecute Deputy Inspector General Eliud Kipkoech Lagat for his role in blogger Albert Ojwang brutal murder.
In a case filed in court, they are seeking to initiate private prosecution proceedings against for his role in blogger Albert Ojwang.
The four are Julius Ogogoh, Khalef Khalef, Francis Auma, and Peter Agoro argue that investigative and prosecutorial authorities have failed to take appropriate action in the matter.
They claim that the agencies have acted “capriciously, corruptly, and in a blatant manner” by refusing to investigate the senior police officer.
They argue that the presence of Lagat, in a press conference compromises the integrity of internal police investigations.
They argue that unless Lagat is prosecuted, the public will continue to suffer “special, exceptional and substantial injury.”
“This application is not motivated by malice or political interests,” the petition reads. “It is made in good faith and in pursuit of justice, both public and private.”reads court papers
The petitioners are seeking leave of the court to proceed with private prosecution, asserting that no prejudice will befall any party and that justice will best be served through a transparent judicial process.
They further allege that while the Inspector General of Police has announced an investigation into officers attached to the Central Police Station, the senior official who reportedly oversaw the operation remains in office and continues to exert influence over the inquiry.
The petition cites data from Missing Voices a regional human rights watchdog, which recorded 159 cases of extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances in 2024 104 of which were police-related.
The petitioners warn that the failure to hold high-ranking officials accountable will only fuel further violations and public unrest.
They insist that the refusal by authorities to probe and prosecute Lagat is unreasonable and unjustified, arguing that justice for the deceased and his family demands legal action
