A bold new movement has emerged in Kenya, led by three former officers with military and police backgrounds. The group, called Fighting Brutality and Impunity (FBI), is promising to stand up for ordinary Kenyans, especially victims of police misconduct.
The trio behind FBI are:
Patrick N. Osoi – Former KDF Special Forces soldier, NIS officer, and U.S. Army veteran
Cop Shakur – Former police officer turned activist
Hiram Kimathi – Advocate for justice and systemic reform
Patrick, Shakur and Hiram//X
“We’ll fight tooth and nail for justice.”
Each of the founders took to their X (formerly Twitter) accounts to explain their mission.
“Having served as a KDF Special Forces Soldier, NIS officer and a US Army Veteran, I have taken the solemn initiative of bringing together cops who share the same ideology of fighting for Kenyans.” Patrick Osoi said.
He said their goal is to support:
Victims of the June 25th 2024, crackdown and other violent crackdowns
Families of those killed or injured by police
Officers who have been neglected by the very system they served
“Our mandate is to bring justice to our people and we will fight tooth and nail to achieve it.”
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We will investigate extrajudicial killings.”
“We will privately investigate the extrajudicial killings and document them.” Cop Shakur said.
Shakur’s statement points to the group’s aim to gather real evidence and hold perpetrators accountable. They’re not waiting for official channels — they want to do the work themselves.
“We’ve teamed up for a bigger cause than ourselves. We have to set this country free from impunity and injustice. Wanatam is a must.” Hiram Kimathi said.
Patrick, Shakur and Hiram//X
Public Reaction: Support and Backlash
The announcement sparked intense debate online. While some users praised their courage, others pushed back sharply.
“I would never in my right mind support this nonsense… Nobody who has ever worn a uniform should lead civilians in any way.” Githaiga Odhiambo Kipruto said.
Another critic, going by the name Mr. Chairman, accused them of being part of a political militia and warned of government retaliation.
But not everyone was critical.
“We are the same people calling out police brutality, but when we find good ones, we insult and demoralize them. Are we motivating other cops with good intentions or demoralizing them?”Gladwel Thiongo wrote.
Another named Kienje wrote,”Time will tell,if you’re the deal may the mighty God protect and lead you.”
What Happens Next?
FBI has not yet released a full roadmap or detailed strategy, but the group’s formation has already triggered a national conversation.
by allan muriithi
