Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has request for a special Parliamentary sitting to discuss the state of security and abductions of young Kenyans.
“I am writing to formally request for a special sitting of the National Assembly to address urgent matters regarding the state of security in Kenya following recent abductions of young Kenyans, particularly in light of the disappearances of Billy Mwangi, Gideon Kibet, Peter Muteti, Benard kavuli, Ronny Kiplang’at and others who have gone missing under suspicious circumstances following their criticism of the Kenya Kwanza government,” said Owino.
According to Owino, the disappearances of the youth have raised grave concerns regarding the respect for human rights, freedom of expression and the integrity of the country’s democratic processes.
There has been growing public anxiety over the role of state agencies in the abductions, particularly the involvement of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the Inspector General of Police and the role of telecommunications companies such as Safaricom.
Kenyans are demanding from the government agencies and entities answers surrounding the safety of citizens, particularly those who have been vocal in expressing dissent against government policies and actions.
“In light of these disturbing developments, I request that the National Assembly urgently convene a special sitting before the scheduled vetting of Cabinet nominees,” said Mr Owino.
The Embakasi East Legislature says the sitting should allow for a thorough investigation into the abductions and ensure that all relevant parties including the Chief Executive Officer of Safaricom PLC Peter Ndegwa, the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, the Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin and the Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen are called to answer questions concerning the abductions and forcibly disappearances.
“It is imperative that this House takes immediate action to interrogate the facts and hold accountable those responsible for these violations, ensuring that the rule of law and constitutional rights are upheld,” added Owino.
He noted that the matter is not only of national importance but also of international significance, as the spate of abductions and the apparent impunity surrounding them threaten the very foundations of the country’s democracy. Therefore.
Owino urged the National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula to prioritize the issue and facilitate a robust debate on the matter to safeguard the rights and freedoms of all Kenyans.
“I look forward to your positive response and the swift scheduling of a special sitting to address this critical issue, said Owino in his letter to be presented to Wetangula on Monday.
Owino’s letter comes as the country is preparing for a major showdown on Monday December 30th, 2024 as Kenyans demand the release of Peter Muteti, Billy Mwangi, Gideon Kibet famously known as Kibet Bull and his brother Ronny Kiplang’at, Bernard Kavuli among others under detention in unknown places to be unconditionally released.
