Speaking on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Mbui said the IG has been “too busy” to meet members of the united opposition who sought updates on investigations into police attacks.
“How does the Inspector General decide he is too busy to do the job for which he is employed? He cannot be too busy to meet us. Parliament should kick out this gentleman,” Mbui said, describing the IG’s conduct as a breach of the oath of office.
Mbui argued that the National Assembly holds the power to remove the police chief and urged the public to pressure their MPs to act. He noted that political divisions among legislators could complicate the process.
The call comes after opposition leaders staged a high-profile visit to Vigilance House in Nairobi on Monday, February 16, 2026, to demand accountability for what they described as “systematic harassment” and violations of human rights, particularly targeting former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his allies.
The delegation, led by Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa, condemned the National Police Service for failing to act on reports of attacks.
However, IG Kanja did not attend the meeting as previously agreed. Opposition leaders suggested that President William Ruto may have instructed the IG to avoid the meeting.
“Their absence was not accidental; it was a calculated choice. It speaks to an institution that has chosen silence over accountability, and defiance over duty to the Kenyan people,” Kalonzo said, condemning the IG for avoiding responsibility.
Mbui’s remarks underscore rising tensions between opposition lawmakers and the National Police Service, highlighting public calls for accountability and transparency in addressing security concerns.
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