Kisumu senator rallies behind Masengeli: ‘He is a law-abiding citizen’
In a surprising twist, Kisumu senator Prof Tom Ojienda has come out in defence of Gilbert Masengeli, the acting Inspector General of Police, who is currently embroiled in a contentious legal battle. Masengeli, who is under scrutiny for contempt of court, is facing a six-month prison sentence, and the senator’s remarks have ignited a heated […]
If we are serious about police reform then Masengeli should be in jail – Seme MP Nyikal
Seme MP James Nyikal has issued a strong call for accountability within Kenya’s police force, urging the arrest of acting Inspector General (IG) Gilbert Masengeli as a key step toward genuine police reform. In a passionate statement made on Thursday, September 19, 2024, Nyikal criticized Masengeli’s recent contempt of court conviction, arguing that the acting […]
Acting IG Gilbert Masengeli appeals his six-month jail sentence
Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli has moved to the Court of Appeal to overturn a recent ruling that sentenced him to six months in prison. In his application filed by lawyer Cecil Miller, he claims that High court judge Lawrence Mugambi unfairly sentenced him without hearing his side. Masengeli now wants the Court […]
Defiant Masengeli carries out 2nd duty of the day despite order to report for prison sentence
Despite a six-month jail sentence hanging over him, Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli has continued to discharge his duties, raising questions about his compliance with the law. High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi, on Friday, September 13, 2024, sentenced Masengeli to six months imprisonment for contempt of cöurt. The same day, just hours after […]
MP Kaluma calls on police to arrest protesters, says lawful demos are over
Homa Bay Town MP Peter Opondo Kaluma has called on the National Police Service to arrest protesters, saying lawful demonstrations against the punitive Finance Bill 2024 which was withdrawn are over. In a statement on Friday, August 9, 2024, Kaluma stated that the current individuals engaged in the protests were ‘saboteurs’. “The right to demonstrate […]
Nairobi police officer ‘receives Ksh2.4M after lying he lost all arms, legs in accident’
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A Nairobi AP officer has been arrested after he allegedly lied to an assurance company that he lost all his arms and legs in a road accident.