Kenya: Ruto Pardons 56 Kenyans and a Foreigner Across Various Prisons

Kenya: Ruto Pardons 56 Kenyans and a Foreigner Across Various Prisons

Nairobi -- President William Ruto has pardoned 56 Kenyan prisoners and one foreign national, in a major exercise of presidential mercy aimed at promoting rehabilitation and restorative justice.

President Ruto Grants Clemency to 57 Inmates, Extends Amnesty to Petty Offenders - Nairobi Wire

President William Ruto has granted clemency to 57 inmates serving custodial sentences across Kenya, including 56 Kenyan citizens and one foreign national. The move comes as part of a broader effort to promote rehabilitation and reduce congestion in the country’s prisons. Head of Public Service Felix Koskei announced the presidential pardon in a statement released on Monday, April 28, 2025. He confirmed that the President acted on recommendations…

SHOCK as it emerges that murder convict JOWIE IRUNGU is among inmates allegedly pardoned by RUTO - See reactions!

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - Social media is abuzz with reports that murder convict Jowie Irungu may be among inmates recently pardoned by President William Ruto under the Power of Mercy. Jowie, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for the 2018 murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani, became a household name after the case gripped the nation. His conviction was seen by many as a landmark moment in Kenya’s justice system. News of his possible releas…

How Ruto forces gunned downGen Z protesters

One of three protesters who died during anti-tax protests last June was shot in the head by a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldier as he was leaving the Parliament grounds. The soldier shot Eric Kayioni Shieni as he was running away, according to a “BBCAfrica Eye” documentary, with Law Society of Kenya president Faith Odhiambo […]

Presidential pardon! Ruto frees 57 prisoners

President has extended the hand of mercy to 56 Kenyan citizens and one foreign national