Kenyan Activist In Canada Demands End To Abductions, Killings Of Youth
Geoffrey Kuria Wanjohi
By Felix Njenga
Self Exiled Kenyan activist Geoffrey Kuria Wanjohi has called on the Kenyan government to put to an end to what he describes as a renewed wave of abductions and killings targeting young people.
Speaking from Canada, where he sought refuge after facing threats in Kenya, Wanjohi who is popularly known as Muithira_andu Kuria,
expressed deep concern over the state of human rights in his home country. He recounted his personal ordeal, stating that persistent harassment and threats forced him to leave Kenya when he realized his life was in imminent danger.
“I was branded an activist and became a target of the police, specifically by illegal gang members who were working closely with the police .My brother, John Ng’ang’a, was abducted, tortured, and killed in 2019 when the perpetrators failed to get to me. I had hoped that such dark days were behind us, but the recent surge in abductions proves otherwise. The situation is worse than ever before,” Wanjohi said.
The activist condemned the government’s failure to protect citizens’ rights, particularly freedom of expression, which he insists should be exercised without fear. He urged the police to follow due process when handling suspected criminal activities instead of resorting to enforced disappearances.
“Nobody wants to live in exile out of fear of reprisal from government agencies. Sadly I am sure I would not last a day if I was to find myself back home today. We supported leaders and put them in power, yet now, even the simplest act of criticism puts our lives at risk. I consider myself lucky to have escaped, but nothing is more painful than being forced to live in a foreign land against your will,” he added.
Wanjohi called for urgent action to prevent more families from experiencing the agony of losing loved ones through extrajudicial means. He urged the government to respect the rule of law and uphold the rights of all Kenyans, regardless of their political views.
“There’s no knowing where some of us would be today had we not managed to get away. Let us save our parents, children, and relatives from the pain of burying their own over issues that can be resolved through the courts,” he concluded.
As reports of enforced disappearances continue to raise alarm in Kenya, Wanjohi’s plea adds to growing voices demanding justice and accountability from the authorities. Whether the government will act to curb these disturbing trends remains to be seen.
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