Kokwanyo Ward MCA Bid Shattered as Albert Ojwang’s Uncle Reveals Late Teacher’s Political Dream

Albert Ojwang was more than a young teacher and social media voice—he was a man on a mission. His shocking death in police custody sent waves of grief across Kenya, but a new revelation from his uncle has added weight to the tragedy.

Speaking during Ojwang’s emotional burial in Kakoth Village, Homa Bay County, the uncle disclosed that the 31-year-old was preparing to vie for Kokwanyo Ward MCA in 2027.

His political ambition was fueled by a desire to uplift his community—a dream now brutally cut short.

Albert Ojwang may be gone, but the movement he sparked will not die. In death, he has become a symbol of youth resilience, political awakening, and the urgent need for police reform in Kenya. [Photo: Courtesy]

Albert Ojwang’s Uncle Reveals Late Teacher Had Set Sights on Kokwanyo Ward MCA Seat

In front of grieving family, friends, and angry residents, Ojwang’s uncle broke the silence with a heartfelt confession. Albert had already set his sights on becoming the next Member of County Assembly for Kokwanyo Ward.

“Whenever Albert came home from Mombasa, he would always pass by my place first, even if he was staying for a month,” his uncle said, holding back tears.

He recounted a visit just days before Ojwang’s death. “He sent me Ksh500 for transport so we could meet at Obambo. We sat and talked for hours. That’s when he told me, ‘I want to vie for MCA next year. Even if I lose, I’ll still run. It doesn’t have to be through Ruto’s party.’”

According to the uncle, Ojwang had already begun planning campaign strategies and grassroots outreach. His goal was simple—to give a voice to the youth and bring real change to Kokwanyo Ward.

“He was focused. We had so many plans,” the uncle added. “He wanted to uplift his people and was serious about it. Now, that dream has been silenced forever.”

From Political Hopeful to Victim of Police Brutality

Albert Ojwang’s journey took a horrifying turn on June 7, when officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) arrested him. His alleged crime? Defaming Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat online.

He was taken to Mawego Police Station and later transferred to Nairobi Central Police Station. The next day, Ojwang was dead.

The autopsy results painted a grim picture—signs of blunt trauma and strangulation, consistent with police brutality. His death outraged the nation and ignited protests across Homa Bay and beyond.

Angry youths, fueled by grief and frustration, stormed Mawego Police Station and set it ablaze on June 13. Days later, during Ojwang’s burial, officers were chased away from the funeral grounds, with mourners shouting that the police had no place at a burial for someone who died under their custody.

Residents continue to demand justice, calling for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. The cries have only grown louder since the uncle’s revelation—Ojwang was not just a victim, he was a leader in the making.

A Community’s Loss and a Nation’s Wake-Up Call

Ojwang’s murder has now taken on a deeper meaning. He was not merely a teacher or an influencer—he was a political visionary determined to give Kokwanyo Ward a new voice. That voice was silenced violently, in a system that continues to shield perpetrators and criminalize dissent.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, who met with Ojwang’s father on June 11, promised a full investigation and accountability. But locals remain skeptical.

“What justice are they talking about?” asked one youth at the burial. “Albert was killed because he spoke truth to power. He was a good man. And now they want to bury the truth with him.”

For a region long neglected and forgotten, Ojwang’s dream represented hope. A hope now buried in Kakoth soil, beneath banners of mourning and chants of resistance.

His family says they will not rest until justice is served. His uncle vowed to honor Albert’s legacy by continuing to engage youth in leadership and civic education.

“Albert was going to run, and we were ready. The system feared his voice. But they will hear it louder now through us,” he said.

The pain is raw, the anger deep, and the questions many. But one thing is clear: Kokwanyo Ward MCA will never be the same again.