'Ruto Is Behind ALL Abductions!' - Karua Says Following Mwangi, Muteti Disappearance

‘Ruto Is Behind ALL Abductions!’ – Karua Says Following Mwangi, Muteti Disappearance

Martha Karua, the leader of the Narc-Kenya Party, has accused President William Ruto of being behind a string of abductions that have occurred in Kenya over the last six months.

In an exclusive Monday interview with Citizen TV, Karua sensationally stated that the Head of State is leading a secret “killer gang” comprised of foreigners and select Kenyans drawn from the military and outside the police force.

Karua did not mince words, placing the finger firmly at President Ruto, alleging that only the Head of State could command such an operation.

“I believe that William Ruto is behind the abductions because you cannot mention the state and fail to mention who is at the helm,” Karua stated.

Karua: State behind abductions

Karua accuses govt of abductions in the country
Karua: Ruto is ordering abduction of young men
Karua: Abduction squad reports directly to Ruto
IG Douglas Kanja says police operate professionally #CitizenMondayReport @YvonneOkwara pic.twitter.com/thErOU54Gj
— Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) December 23, 2024

She alleged that the kidnapping team consisted of Kenyans and foreigners, including persons from Uganda and Burundi, many of whom have military expertise.

“The squad operates outside the police force. Their command is independent, and only Ruto can tell us who these people are. No wonder they don’t introduce themselves when abducting citizens,” Karua said.

Karua also brought up the topic of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, whom she alleged was detained in Kenya by Ugandan military agents working for Kenyan authorities.

“These foreign mercenaries cross our borders without documentation or extradition protocols. This is gangster-style abduction facilitated by the government. William Ruto has violated the law,” she asserted.

The Narc-Kenya chairman also criticised President Ruto for allegedly targeting young people who voice dissent online, particularly through satire.

“He would not be abducting young people just because they created satire on social media. It’s not a criminal offense; it might be distasteful, but it’s not worth harming them over,” Karua said.

She urged the President to develop a thicker skin, saying, “If you want to sit in the highest position in this country, you must arm yourself with asbestos.” Don’t easily catch fire.”

Social media post abduction:

Billy Mwangi allegedly abducted by police officers. Family says Mwangi was abducted in Embu town
Mwangi: I am urging the govt to release our son
Mwangi is the second youth to be abducted in a week #CitizenMondayReport @YvonneOkwara pic.twitter.com/Z4ery7zZSc
— Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) December 23, 2024

Douglas Kanja, Inspector General of Police, responded to the claims by defending the National Police Service’s professionalism.

“Police do not abduct; we arrest. When we arrest, we take suspects to court. If there is a case of abduction reported at our police stations, ours is to investigate and ensure justice is served,” Kanja said.

The IG disregarded allegations that police officers were involved in abductions.

“How are you abducted by a police officer in uniform? There’s a difference between formal arrest and abduction. Those who abduct commit crimes and deserve to be taken to court. Ours is to uphold the law,” Kanja stated.

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Kanja stressed the collaborative character of Kenya’s security infrastructure, noting that the police work closely with other authorities.

They consist of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP).

“Security is not just about the police; it is a collective effort. We depend on intelligence to keep the country safe,” he said.

The scandal over abductions in Kenya has raised concerns about the return of extrajudicial methods to suppress government critics.

‘Ruto Is Behind ALL Abductions!’ – Karua Says Following Mwangi, Muteti Disappearance