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Youth Affairs and Creative Economy PS Fikirini Jacobs. [File, Standard]

The controversial death of youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma has raised disturbing questions that demand clear and transparent answers. Those answers can only emerge from a thorough, independent, impartial and transparent criminal investigation that is free from real or perceived interference and influence.

But as the investigation continues, should Principal Secretary (PS) for Youth Affairs Fikirini Jacobs, in whose presence and official vehicle the fatal shooting allegedly occurred, remain in office?

No, is my answer. In fact, he should have already resigned or temporarily stepped aside pending the completion of the process. And because he has failed to do so, the appointing authority should act.