Opposition leaders in Kenya have accused President William Ruto's government of abducting and torturing government critics. The accusations were made at separate events in Busia and Nakuru counties. The leaders, including Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Justin Muturi, claimed that a special police unit is being used to intimidate and torture Kenyans who oppose the government. They warned that dissent is being met with force.
The opposition leaders took their campaign to Busia County in Western Kenya, where they accused the state of abducting government critics. Kalonzo Musyoka stated that President Ruto's government is using a special squad to torture and intimidate Kenyans. He also mentioned the case of Collins Oduor, a young man who was reportedly abducted and tortured. Eugene Wamalwa added that the government is using force to silence its critics.
In Nakuru County, Martha Karua, leader of the Progressive Liberal Party, spoke at the launch of the Farmers Party. She accused President Ruto of ignoring the Constitution and allowing human rights abuses to go unchecked. Karua stated that the government's actions are a threat to democracy and that the opposition must come together to stop the abuse of power.
Ndindi Nyoro, leader of the Peoples Party and MP for Kiharu, asked President Ruto to reveal the stakeholders and shareholders in the planned Lamu oil refinery. Nyoro stated that Kenyans have a right to know who will own shares in the refinery and that the government must be transparent about its dealings.
Meanwhile, Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party, warned illicit alcohol dealers that they will face the law if the opposition takes power. Speaking in Texas, USA, Gachagua stated that the opposition will shut down 53 killer brew companies that are currently operating with impunity.
The opposition leaders' accusations come as President Ruto prepares to break ground for the Ksh.2 trillion Dangote Refinery in Lamu. The project has been the subject of controversy, with some Kenyans questioning the government's dealings with the Dangote Group. The opposition leaders have vowed to scrutinize the project and ensure that it benefits Kenyans.
The situation remains tense in Kenya, with human rights groups and opposition leaders calling for the government to respect the Constitution and protect human rights. The government has not responded to the accusations, but President Ruto has stated that his administration is committed to upholding the rule of law and protecting the rights of all Kenyans.
Key points
- The opposition leaders accused President Ruto's government of using a special police unit to hunt down and torture Kenyans who oppose it.
- The leaders called for the government to reveal the stakeholders and shareholders in the planned Lamu oil refinery.
- Rigathi Gachagua warned illicit alcohol dealers that they will face the law if the opposition takes power.
