Investigation Launched into Assault on Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu

The incident took place at Java House inside the West End Mall on April 8, 2026. It left many people in the area shocked and worried about safety in public places. The senator was airlifted to a hospital in Nairobi later that evening for further medical care after he suffered injuries during the assault.

According to details from the senator’s office, Osotsi had stopped in the Acacia area for a haircut before heading to the restaurant. There, he met a friend and spoke briefly with some members of the public. A group of armed men then approached him and began questioning him about his political views. His team described the attackers as goons who confronted him over his support for a movement that favors limiting leaders to one term in office. The senator’s security team chose not to use their weapons to prevent any harm to innocent people nearby.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has strongly condemned the attack and is working to find out exactly what happened. So far, the reason for the assault remains unclear, but officers are carefully reviewing video recordings from the scene to gather evidence. In a statement issued on Wednesday evening, the agency expressed hope for the senator’s quick recovery and sent sympathy to his family and the people of Vihiga County. Officials have urged everyone to stay calm, avoid spreading rumors, and allow the investigation to run its course. They promised to keep the public updated and to bring those responsible to justice.