IG Kanja to face sentencing over Nairobi police barricades
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 17 – The High Court has found Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja in contempt of court over the failure by police to comply with orders requiring…
Nairobi, Kenya – Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja faces sentencing for contempt of court after police erected roadblocks and barricades without advance public notice. Justice Patricia Nyaundi ruled that Kanja failed to ensure compliance with orders from Justice Lawrence Mugambi on July 9, 2025. The case stems from police actions during events marking the 2024 Finance Bill protests.
Katiba Institute challenged the police, arguing the roadblocks violated the public notice requirement. Justice Nyaundi emphasized the importance of freedom of movement, rule of law, and human rights. Katiba Institute welcomed the decision but expressed concern about relying on contempt proceedings to enforce judicial decisions. VOCAL Africa's Hussein Khalid praised the ruling for strengthening accountability and the fight against police impunity.
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