Ol Kalou by-election: NTV journalists threatened at gunpoint, equipment seized

In a statement on Thursday, NMG Board Chair Joe Muganda revealed that a reporter was threatened at gunpoint, her mobile phone was confiscated while a cameraman was tased, beaten and his camera seized during the melee. 

"Nation Media Group has, for more than six decades, remained steadfast in its commitment to responsible journalism, editorial independence and the highest professional standards. That commitment will not be diminished by acts of violence or intimidation," the statement read in part. 

Muganda called on the National Police Service to probe the incident and bring those culpable to book. 

"On behalf of the Board of Directors, I wish our injured colleagues a swift recovery and express my appreciation for the professionalism, courage and resilience they continue to demonstrate in serving the public," he stated. 

"Nation Media Group stands firmly with its journalists and with every media professional committed to informing the public without fear or favour. Protecting journalists is fundamental to protecting the freedoms upon which open and democratic societies depend."

The statement comes amid the closely watched mini-poll that is shaping up as a litmus test between Democracy for Citizens Party's Rigathi Gachagua and United Democratic Alliance's President William Ruto.