Kenyans Share Experiences After DCI Welcome Linda Oguttu at Headquarters

Linda Oguttu and DCI officers
A photo collage of Journalist Linda Oguttu and DCI Officers.
Twitter/DCI Kenya

Twitter was buzzing with reactions after officers attached to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) revealed how they warmly welcomed Journalist Linda Oguttu to their headquarters. 

In an expression of appreciation and concern, Kenyans on Twitter shared their personal experiences in the hands of DCI officers. 

Kenyans did not hold back on their experiences with police officers, some of whom treated them gently and honourably. 

"Kudos and congratulations are in order. This humble ancient is the next in line. 

A DCI officer at the unit's headquarters along Kiambu Road in Nairobi.
A DCI officer at the unit's headquarters along Kiambu Road in Nairobi.
DCI

"After all, in the days of Yore, he exchanged ideas about effective communication and human relations. Keep up the good work," a Twitter user named Ngaru posted. 

Former KTN News Anchor Linda Oguttu, on Friday, January 6, narrated her experience at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters. 

Linda took to Twitter to share her experience during her interactions with the DCI officers in their offices along Kiambu Road. 

According to Linda, the criminal investigation's headquarters demonstrated a well-balanced reality of professionalism and humanity despite her fears. 

"I went to DCI headquarters on Kiambu road today. Had never been there. Sema kunyenyekea (I humbled) 100%," Linda wrote on Twitter. 

Linda was forced to take a low profile, even though going by her blooming birthright artefacts, the hawk-eyed sleuths easily picked the eloquent Journalist from the crowd wangling for services around the gate. 

"That place can humble you. The officers were very nice to me but still," Linda added. 

In response, DCI officers acknowledged the Journalist's pleasant demeanour and assured her of service excellence. 

"Thank you for the positive feedback Linda," DCI officers responded on Twitter, even as they encouraged Kenyans to visit the headquarters for official businesses. 

DCI Boss Mohamed Amin
DCI Boss Mohamed Amin
Citizen Digital

DCI officers told Linda to avoid any worries while visiting the headquarters since it is a public place that any Kenyan can access. 

"We are a friendly service that values all our clients and look forward to many more years of friendship & dedicated service to you," DCI added. 

However, some Kenyans expressed their disappointment following their bad past experiences at the hands of officers at the institution's headquarters. 

"As far as I'm concerned, the way you handle boychild and girlchild is very different. 

"I'm waiting to hear from Boychild that's when I'll make an informed judgment," Bianca Wamu wrote on Twitter. 

In response, a number of men challenged the officers to change their culture and attitude, especially when dealing with ordinary persons. 

"Mko na ubaguzi (you are biased). Positive feedback is good but negative feedback is better because there's always room for improvement. You've ignored mine completely, that's not professional," Mwaniki Kamau shared on Twitter. 

Some Twitter users expressed concerns beyond the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters. 

"One of your officers in Kajiado West Huduma Centre is not friendly," Ole Naipota responded to DCI. 

On Wednesday, November 30, new DCI boss Amin Mohammed announced a change of culture within the directorate. 

Amin's announcement followed the arrest of four more police officers linked to the disbanded Special Services Unit (SSU) squad. 

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