Pressure is mounting on Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs after the National Youth Council called for his immediate resignation over allegations linking him to the shooting of youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma on June 30.
The council said the claims surrounding the incident have sparked concern among young people across the country and cannot be ignored. According to the youth body, the seriousness of the allegations demands urgent action to protect public confidence in government institutions and ensure investigations are conducted without any doubts about interference.
In a strongly worded statement, the council argued that public officials facing allegations of such magnitude should step aside while investigations are ongoing.
It maintained that accountability remains a key principle in public service and that leaders must be willing to subject themselves to scrutiny whenever questions arise about their conduct.
The council further urged the government to demonstrate its commitment to justice by allowing a transparent and independent investigation into the matter. It noted that many young people are closely following developments and expect authorities to establish the truth through lawful and credible processes.
The calls come amid growing public debate over the circumstances surrounding the alleged shooting of Ouma. The incident has attracted widespread attention, with Kenyans demanding answers and calling on authorities to communicate openly as investigations continue.
Youth leaders warned that failure to handle the matter transparently could further erode public trust in institutions. They called on investigative agencies to carry out their work professionally, examine all available evidence and ensure that any findings are based on facts rather than speculation or political pressure.
The council appealed for calm, urging members of the public not to take actions that could disrupt investigations. Citizens with information relevant to the case were encouraged to cooperate fully with investigators to help establish what happened.
Political analysts say the growing demands for accountability have increased pressure on the government to provide a clear response to public concerns. The controversy is expected to remain a major topic of national discussion in the coming days.
However, legal experts have cautioned against rushing to judgment, emphasizing that allegations alone do not amount to proof of wrongdoing. They noted that every individual, regardless of position, is entitled to due process and a fair hearing.
