The National Youth Council (NYC) has distanced itself from reports claiming it supported calls for the resignation of the Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy, Fikirini Jacobs.
In a statement released on Monday, July 6, 2026, the council clarified that it has neither sanctioned nor endorsed such demands, insisting that its mandate is to empower young people, not to dictate political outcomes.
It stated reports circulating online concerning the alleged shooting of youth mobilizer Cecil Ouma on June 30, 2026, falsely claimed that the council had demanded the removal of the principal secretary.
“The National Youth Council is not a party to these allegations, nor have we sanctioned any calls for the removal of the Principal Secretary.”
The resignation of the PS came after the opposition leaders, including Fred Matiang’i and Martha Karua among others, publicly demanded Jacobs’ resignation and arrest, arguing that accountability must be enforced at the highest levels.
The NYC states that it respects the rule of law and believes that any allegations against public officials should be addressed through established legal and constitutional procedures.
According to the council, it is non-partisan institution with no legal authority to demand the resignation of public officials and NYC seeks to protect its credibility while reaffirming its role as a neutral body representing youth interests.
The council warned that inaccurate reporting risks undermine public confidence, damaging reputations and heightening tensions.
It urged media houses to exercise diligence in verifying facts before publication, stressing that responsible communication is essential in safeguarding both public trust and democratic values.
Meanwhile, investigations into the Ouma shooting are continuing, with police recording statements from Jacobs and his bodyguards. Ouma was shot dead along Park Road, Kariokor, Nairobi.
