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Court sets hearing dates for Ojwang' murder trial

Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam (left), James Mukhwana (second left) and others suspects linked to the killing of blogger Albert Ojwang, before Kibera Law Court on June 23, 2025. [Collins Kweyu,Standard]

The High Court has set aside five days for marathon hearings in the murder trial of former Nairobi Central Police Station Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Samson Taalam and five co-accused over the murder of blogger Albert Ojwang.

Justice Diana Kavedza scheduled the hearing for March 17, 23, 24, 30 and 31, 2026, directing all parties to fully comply with pre-trial directions to ensure an expedited process. “All parties must comply fully with case management directions to avoid unnecessary delays,” Justice Kavedza ordered.

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