Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has sparked nationwide debate after alleging that a covert killer squad operates within the Kenyan police service under the direction of President William Ruto.
Speaking during a church service in Kirinyaga County, Gachagua claimed the specialized unit comprises elite officers trained in abductions, torture, assassinations, and cover-ups. According to him, the controversial unit was established on Ruto’s orders and reportedly supported by the National Intelligence Service (NIS), led by Noordin Haji.
Gachagua connected the mysterious death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang’ to the shadowy squad, saying the incident is part of a broader trend of state-sponsored killings.
"The death of Ojwang’ is just the beginning. Hundreds of young Kenyans have allegedly been abducted and killed by a secret group of 101 officers formed on President Ruto's instructions and seconded to the NIS," Gachagua asserted.
He further demanded international intervention, insisting that Ruto must be held accountable for the alleged atrocities.
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"William Ruto bears full responsibility. Justice must be served, and the global community cannot remain silent," Gachagua emphasized.
The suspicious circumstances surrounding Albert Ojwang’s death have intensified public scrutiny and calls for justice. According to sworn testimony by Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Director Amin Mohamed, Ojwang’ was discovered unconscious in his police cell at 1:39 a.m. on June 8 and later taken to Mbagathi Hospital, where he was pronounced dead around 2 a.m.
However, surveillance footage from the hospital contradicts this narrative. The video shows a police vehicle arriving at the hospital at 1:35 a.m., with Ojwang remaining inside the vehicle for 24 minutes before receiving medical attention.
A medical report confirmed Ojwang was brought in already deceased, with a cold body, visible facial swelling, and a deep cut at the back of his head—indications suggesting prior trauma.
Widespread outrage over the alleged police brutality has led to nationwide protests. Many Kenyans are calling for the arrest of Deputy Inspector General Eliud Kipkoech Lagat, who had initially filed a defamation complaint against Ojwang, resulting in his controversial arrest.
As public pressure mounts, demands for transparency, accountability, and independent investigations into extrajudicial killings continue to grow.
