The Rise and Arrest of Patrick Osoi: A Look at the Ex-NIS Officer's Journey

Patrick Osoi is a former soldier, intelligence officer, and now a presidential hopeful. At 35, he has already worn many hats—some in silence, others in the spotlight.

Born in Vihiga County in 1990 and raised in Embu, Osoi’s life has been a mix of hardship, discipline, and ambition.

Early Struggles

Long before politics or the military, Osoi was just trying to survive.

“I used to sell charcoal and books,” he once said, recalling his early days.

He went to Siakago Boys High School, then joined the NYS School of Engineering, where he studied automotive engineering.

Later, he joined Moi University, completing a degree in Logistics Management—a move that shaped his leadership and strategic thinking.

Life in the Forces

After university, Osoi was recruited into the Kenya Defence Forces by Retired Major General Kameru. He later moved into the National Intelligence Service (NIS).

At NIS, he specialised in:

Counterterrorism

Long-range surveillance

Multi-agency operations

From 2014 to 2020, he climbed through the ranks, serving as:

A senior business intelligence analyst

Ground forces commander

Task force member

“I learnt discipline and silence. You don’t brag about your work in the shadows.”

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he joined the U.S. Army, where he worked as an air-assault specialist and armourer.

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Business Ventures

After leaving service, Osoi founded Capital Choice Investments Ltd, a company with operations in both Kenya and the United States.

The company deals in, real estate, healthcare and media

Political Ambition

In 2024, Osoi announced he would run for president in Kenya’s 2027 general election.

His campaign focuses on:

National security

Fighting corruption

Economic empowerment

Government reforms

The FBI Controversy

In a bold move, Osoi joined hands with three other former security officers to form a group called Fighting Brutality and Impunity (FBI).

The initiative was meant to challenge police violence and state abuse. But it didn’t go down well with authorities.

“Heavily armed officers took him in. This wasn’t an arrest. It was an abduction,” claimed his communications team.

Osoi was detained this week under serious accusations. Authorities say he was:

Mobilising ex-security officers

Preparing to commit a felony

Leading an anti-government political movement

By Wednesday morning, his team confirmed he was being held at Muthaiga Police Station.