Kenya rights body alarmed by abductions of Ruto critics DW 12/27/2024
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The Kenya National Commission in Human Rights has expressed alarm over the rising number of government critics being abducted, highlighting that at least 82 people have been kidnapped since June, with 29 still missing. This alarming trend suggests a troubling environment for dissenters in Kenya, particularly in light of ongoing anti-government protests and the apparent involvement of unidentified armed individuals in these abductions.
Eyewitness reports have indicated that Peter Muteti was forcibly taken by a group of men outside a shop, with troubling details revealing that one of the abductors was wearing a police uniform. Such incidents have raised serious concerns about the role of security forces in these disappearances, despite the police denying any involvement. Rights organizations, including Amnesty International, continue to call for accountability.
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority has launched an investigation into the recent disappearances of social media users critical of President Ruto's government. They urged the Inspector General of Police to implement urgent measures to address this concerning trend. The situation continues to escalate as the public demands greater protection for those speaking out against governmental actions.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua implicated a secret government unit in the abductions, reflecting the deepening political unrest in Kenya. His statements add another layer of complexity to the allegations surrounding the disappearances, as his past conflicts with the current administration echo in the ongoing crisis.
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