“Ruto Ametupea Hope Ya Justice”: Albert Ojwang’s Uncle Defends Father’s Praise for Government
In a surprising turn of events surrounding the tragic case of the late Albert Ojwang, a key family member has come forward to defend the family’s controversial engagement with the government. Speaking candidly to the press, Ojwang’s uncle has defended his brother Albert’s father for accepting a Ksh. 2 million donation from President William Ruto and openly praising the government.
The uncle emphasized that their actions were not driven by political alignment or financial desperation, but rather by a profound belief that the President’s intervention signaled hope for justice in a case that has captured national attention.
“Ruto ametupea hope ya justice. Mzee alipopigiwa simu na Rais mwenyewe, alihisi kuwa hatimaye haki itapatikana,” said the uncle.
The family has been under intense public scrutiny since news broke of the financial gesture from the President. Critics have accused them of being “bought off” or of undermining the pursuit of accountability in Albert’s case. However, the uncle insists that the family remains committed to justice and that the phone call from the Head of State was a turning point emotionally and symbolically.
According to him, the personal call from Ruto not only reassured the family of the government’s involvement but also gave them the emotional support they had been lacking from official channels.
“Si hela tunatafuta, ni haki ya mtoto wetu. Lakini ile simu ilimtoa Mzee kwa giza. Aliona Rais anajali. Aliona kuna matumaini.”
This comes amidst growing pressure on authorities to deliver justice for Albert Ojwang, whose death under unclear circumstances has sparked protests and demands for accountability. Civil society groups and youth movements have expressed concern over the state’s response, with some questioning whether the government’s actions are meant to console or to contain public outrage.
The uncle’s statement attempts to bridge that gap, painting a picture of a family that is still grieving, still angrybut now holding onto a sliver of hope.
Whether or not the justice system delivers, one thing is clear: the Ojwang family’s public perception is now tightly bound with the government’s next move. As the nation watches, justice for Albert remains not just a legal demand, but a test of public trust in the state’s commitment to its citizens.
Here is the link to the full video on YouTube.
