Sifuna Demands Senate Probe Into Fatal Kitengela Rally Shooting

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has formally sought statements from the Senate regarding the fatal shooting of Vincent Ayomo during a political rally in Kitengela on February 15, 2026.

Addressing the House, Sifuna petitioned the Standing Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations to provide a comprehensive account of the circumstances that led to the shooting, which occurred during a public gathering he was attending.

“This House must establish the chain of command and the officers deployed to that rally,” Sifuna said. “Kenyans deserve to know who gave the orders and why force was used.”

The senator called for full disclosure of the ongoing investigations, including the number of people injured or arrested during the incident. He further urged authorities to clarify what measures have been taken to compensate Ayomo’s family and any other individuals affected.

“The right to peaceful assembly is constitutional,” he said. “Any use of force must be justified, lawful and accountable.”

Sifuna pledged to pursue justice for the deceased’s family and to push for accountability against those found responsible for the violence. He also wished those injured in the fracas a speedy recovery.

After the incident, Sifuna accused President William Ruto and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen of bearing personal responsibility for the conduct of security agencies. He alleged intolerance to democratic competition and suppression of political rights.

He urged Kenyans to remain peaceful but resolute in exercising their constitutional freedoms, stating that intimidation would not deter citizens from participating in democratic processes.

In a separate request to the Senate, Sifuna also sought a statement from the Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs and Human Rights on the status of Kenya’s implementation of the WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty.

“The creative economy is growing rapidly, especially in the digital space,” he said. “We must confirm whether Kenya has fully domesticated this treaty and what measures are in place to protect performers and producers.”

He asked the committee to outline legislative and policy measures adopted to prevent violations such as digital piracy and the circumvention of technological protection measures.

“Our creatives must receive fair remuneration and recognition,” Sifuna said. “Oversight is necessary to ensure international commitments translate into real protection at home.”