Tag Archives: IPOA

Court Awards Slain Pakistani Journalist Arshad’s Family Sh10m in Compensation

The shooting of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif in Kajiado by police in 2022 was arbitrary and unconstitutional, the High Court has ruled. Justice Stella Mutuku said the shooting on October 23, 2022 violated his right to life, right to equal benefit and protection of the law and right dignity, among …

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IPOA Urged to Investigate Police Misconduct During Protests

Twenty human rights organizations have urged the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to take action against police officers accused of misconduct during protests against the Finance Bill. The groups issued a joint statement on Saturday, calling on IPOA Chairperson Anne Makori to investigate reports of police brutality. They expressed concern …

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Githurai: Robbery Suspect Collapses and Dies in Police Cells

Authorities, including the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), are looking into the death of Samuel Njuguna, a robbery with violence suspect, who collapsed and died in police cells at Githurai Kimbo police station while awaiting a court appearance. The incident was reported by fellow detainees, leading to immediate transport to …

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