Tension in Nairobi: Blogger's Death Spurs Protest Against Police Brutality

In Nairobi, tensions escalated as police fired teargas at demonstrators protesting against the alleged extrajudicial killing of blogger Albert Ojwang. The incident has intensified scrutiny on Kenya's security forces, who have faced previous accusations of unlawful killings.

Witnesses reported violent clashes, with motorcyclists attacking protesters, causing chaos and fear in the capital. Amnesty International highlighted the involvement of unidentified individuals on motorbikes, adding to the tension and suspicion surrounding the protests.

Ojwang's death has sparked a broader conversation on police accountability in Kenya, as President William Ruto called the incident "heartbreaking and unacceptable," acknowledging police responsibility. The situation remains volatile, with investigations ongoing and public dissatisfaction evident as demonstrations continue.

(With inputs from agencies.)