Citizen TV journalist’s arrest during fuel protests sparks NPS, IPOA investigations
The National Police Service and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority in Kenya have launched investigations into the arrest of a Citizen TV journalist. The move follows public concern regarding the treatment of media personnel during fuel protests.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the tension between law enforcement and the press in Kenya, raising questions about media freedom and police accountability.
Citizen TV journalist Ode Francis /HANDOUT The National Police Service (NPS) and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) have launched parallel investigations into the reported arrest of Citizen TV journalist Francis Ode.
In a press statement issued on Thursday, October 22, the NPS said its Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) had commenced investigations to establish the facts and circumstances surrounding the journalist’s arrest.
The inquiry will seek to determine what happened during the incident and whether appropriate action is necessary under the law.
The police service said it was committed to ensuring that the process was transparent and accountable.
“The NPS will cooperate fully and provide all necessary support to facilitate a thorough, credible and expeditious investigation,” said the statement signed by National Police Service Director of Corporate Communication and Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga.
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