Clashes Erupt in Nairobi's CBD as Rungus-Wielding Group Attacks Protesters Demanding Justice for Teacher Albert Ojwang'

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On Tuesday, June 17, 2025, dozens of young men, some wearing heavy clothing and face masks, stormed Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) and engaged in running battles with protesters demanding justice for Albert Ojwang', a teacher and social media influencer who died in police custody on June 7. The rungus-wielding group arrived in the CBD shortly after midday and began chasing away protesters who had gathered earlier in the morning. As the clashes escalated, police lobbed teargas to disperse the demonstrators, who continued to call for accountability in Ojwang's death and the resignation of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat.

Key Takeaways:

  • The rungus-wielding group, numbering dozens, attacked protesters in Nairobi's CBD, using heavy clothing and face masks to conceal their identities.
  • The group clashed with demonstrators demanding justice for Albert Ojwang', a teacher and social media influencer who died in police custody on June 7.
  • The protesters had earlier intercepted a group of 30 motorcyclists allegedly attempting to intimidate and attack them, and one of the riders was severely beaten and left for dead.
  • Police responded to the clashes by lobbing teargas at demonstrators in several locations, while anti-riot police remained on high alert in the CBD.
  • Protesters maintained momentum, continuing to gather across the CBD while demanding justice for Ojwang and the resignation of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat.

Statistics:

  • At least two motorcycles were torched during the clashes.
  • One of the alleged goons was cornered and killed.
  • Dozens of young men were involved in the rungus-wielding group.
  • Several businesses were looted by opportunistic criminals during last week's demonstrations, prompting a heavy police presence in the CBD.

Sources:

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