IPOA's Dr. Annette Mbogoh Calls for Greater Police Accountability to Strengthen Public Trust

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 Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) Commissioner Dr. Annette Mbogoh has underscored the importance of police accountability, human rights and multi-stakeholder collaboration in fostering public trust and promoting peaceful coexistence across the country.

Dr. Mbogoh spoke during the National Learning and Policy Dialogue Forum on the Together for Freedom of Religion or Belief (ToFoRB) Project held at the Argyle Grand Hotel in Nairobi, where she represented IPOA Vice Chairperson Anne Wanjiku and delivered the keynote address before participating in a panel discussion.

The forum brought together key stakeholders from government institutions, civil society organizations, faith-based groups and community representatives to deliberate on strategies for advancing freedom of religion or belief, social cohesion and human rights.

Among the participating organizations were Search for Common Ground, Kenya Community Support Centre (KECOSCE), Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI), Kesho Alliance, the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC), the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), the National Steering Committee on Peacebuilding and Conflict Management (NSC), as well as women, youth and faith leaders.

In her keynote address, Dr. Mbogoh emphasized that strengthening police accountability and safeguarding human rights are essential in building confidence between law enforcement agencies and the public. She noted that collaborative partnerships among government agencies, civil society and local communities are critical in sustaining peace and enhancing public trust.

During the panel discussion, she highlighted IPOA's Strategic Plan 2025–2030, with particular focus on the Key Result Area on Enhanced Public Trust and Confidence in the National Police Service and IPOA. She said the Authority is prioritizing public awareness initiatives to ensure more Kenyans understand its oversight mandate and the mechanisms available for reporting police misconduct.

Dr. Mbogoh also sensitized participants on IPOA's role in promoting accountability within the National Police Service, reaffirming the Authority's commitment to professional, transparent and rights-based policing.

The dialogue forum provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange experiences and strengthen partnerships aimed at advancing freedom of religion or belief, peacebuilding and respect for human rights in Kenya.

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