LSK sues over missing activist
LSK sues over missing activist
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) filed a petition seeking the immediate release of a missing activist, who was allegedly abducted by plain-clothed police officers last week in Kinoo.
In the urgent application filed, the court is being asked to issue immediate habeas corpus orders compelling top security officials to immediately produce Ndiangui Kinyangia, who was reportedly abducted on June 21, 2025, in Kinoo.
According to court documents, Kinyagia was abducted on June 21, 2025, by masked individuals driving unmarked Subaru vehicles with distorted number plates.
He was reportedly taken from his residence at 1313 Apartments along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway.
Since then, his whereabouts remain unknown, and his mobile phones have been switched off.
“There are no formal charges brought against the 2nd Petitioner/Applicant before this Honourable Court or its subordinate court in any jurisdiction of this nation,” read the court documents.
The petition by the Law society of Kenya (LSK) alleges that Kinyagia’s abduction is directly linked to his civic engagement and public criticism of the government on social media, where he commands a substantial following.
“The 1-3 Respondents illegally sanctioned actions are a direct onslaught to the progressive realization of the spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 which they have obligations towards as sworn custodians,” argue LSK.
The petition seeks among other orders, conservatory orders restraining further abductions and a summons to senior government officials to explain his whereabouts.
“This Honourable Court is the last refuge for the 2nd Petitioner who faces uncertain hours of freedom and protection,” the certificate of urgency states.
They argued that the conduct of the respondents poses a direct threat to the rule of law and the constitutional order, warning of possible national unrest if such disappearances continue unchecked.
The alleged actions, according to the petitioner, amount to an “onslaught” on the spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
“This Honourable Court has a duty to safeguard the rights of not only the 2nd Petitioner but the public at large,” reads part of the petition.”
“The continued silence and inaction of the respondents is alarming, especially in light of recent public statements by senior officials denying knowledge of ongoing abductions,” reads court papers.