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Opinion: Intimidation of journalists unacceptable

Siaya-based Standard journalist Isaiah Gwengi PHOTO:COURTESY

The attack on Siaya-based Standard journalist Isaiah Gwengi by Administration police officers because of a story he filed on police brutality once again brings to the fore the level of vulnerability of journalists in Kenya.

It is encouraging that Inspector General of Police Joseph Boinnet has promised speedy investigations into the matter. Police officers who violate the rights of others must be held accountable.

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