DIG Eliud Lagat at a past press conference. Lagat has stepped aside to allow investigations into the death of X blogger Albert Ojwang'.
Moments after Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Eliud Lagat released his statement noting he is stepping aside to allow investigations into the death of X blogger Albert Ojwang’ to be concluded, Kenyans did not miss a word for him.
His decision coming after outrage from members of the public and human rights, after he was adversely mentioned as the complainant in the case with the deceased, who was arrested by DCI officers after he made a complaint of defamation.
Here are some of the reactions from Kenyans:
“The “stepping aside” of Eliud Lagat is a first step. Next we demand resignation, arrest and prosecution,” Former CJ David Maraga.
“The Inspector General of Police, Mr Kanja, must now move with minimum delay and arrest this guy..,” Senator Boni Khalwale.
“Eliud Lagat has resigned is Deputy Inspector General. Now he should present himself in court to be jailed,” ItsKipronoh.
“Eliud Lagat has just step aside not resign. He has even appointed someone to perform his duties,” Wanyama JK.
“Step aside does not mean resign. Eliud Lagat has temporarily left office. Once the investigation is over, he will return to doing what he does best!” Paul Onana.
“This is a step in the right direction, Eliud Lagat has resigned but we need prosecution to go on..” MkenyaDaima.
“Eliud Lagat saw stepping aside is no longer an option. He has resigned which is not enough still. He should be immediately Arrested! Tuesday tuko on!” Dante.
“Stepping aside of DIG Eliud Lagat is a temporary withdrawal from a role,which means he receives salary, and still have power to invade investigation, while resigning is a permanent departure from the position. He should resign!” Venom gal.
“The DIG cannot just step aside and then instruct his deputy to take over his roles. Eliud Lagat should just resign, be arrested and prosecuted. It is likely he will be there to tamper with the ongoing investigations. This stepping aside is just a decoy to divert public attention,” Jarongo.
“Forcing Eliud Lagat to step aside is an indicator we got the regime by the balls, and a little bit more pressure and something will give,”Dugudichi.
