The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has reiterated its dedication to fostering collaboration between journalists and law enforcement agencies.
Speaking during the closing of the 5th Annual Media Training under the Missing Voices coalition at Sarova Maiyan in Nanyuki, Acting Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Mr. Hassan Abdi, who represented the DPP, highlighted the importance of police accountability and the safety of journalists.
The four-day workshop, attended by journalists from Mount Kenya, Isiolo, and Marsabit, focused on “Police Accountability, Safety, and Security for Journalists.
Various agencies, including the ODPP, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), National Police Service Commission (NPSC), Internal Affairs Unit (IAU), and the Witness Protection Agency, shared their roles and mandates within the criminal justice system.
Mr. Hassan commended the collaborative efforts of these agencies in supporting and protecting journalists, emphasizing the need for mutual respect and accountability between the media and law enforcement.
He urged journalists to maintain objectivity in their reporting and to apply the knowledge gained during the training.
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“We remain committed to fostering cooperation with the media, recognizing your essential role in society. Journalists must remain objective, even as they report on critical issues such as police accountability,” Mr. Hassan remarked in his closing address.
He also expressed gratitude to organizations such as IJM Kenya, Amnesty Kenya, Heinrich Böll Stiftung, and Article 19 East Africa for their role in making the training a success.
The training aimed to empower journalists to report responsibly and safely, contributing to a well-informed society.