DPP orders speedy probe into Ojwang's death

A section of civil society members protesting outside Nairobi funeral home demanding immediate resignation of DIG Eliud Lagat. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has ordered the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to fast-track investigations into the death of social media influencer Albert Ojwang’ and submit a report within seven days.

In a statement issued to newsrooms on Tuesday, Ingonga emphasized that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) will review the investigation file and take appropriate action upon its submission.