Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has defended the National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director General, Noordin Haji, amid criticism from some quarters.
In a passionate statement, Ledama faulted those attempting to undermine Haji's leadership noting such attacks were unwarranted and harmful to national security.
"You can try all your dirty tricks to remain relevant, but when it comes to attacking the head of intelligence of a country, you have completely gone gaga!," Olekina said.
He described Haji as "a fine gentleman-sober and a true pastoralist who is not easily cowed.”
He also praised his professionalism and resilience in the face of the mounting pressure.
The Senator's remarks follow a series of criticisms from some political figures including Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi.
Some civil society organisations have also voiced similar concerns.
Muturi recently threw a bombshell linking NIS with the alleged abduction of his son-Leslie Muturi last year.
In a statement, the CS claimed that President William Ruto intervened to have the son released.
This is after an intelligence officer allegedly confirmed to him that NIS officers were holding him.
“Around 3.00 am, I decided to send a WhatsApp message to the President, informing him about my son's abduction," he alleged.
“Standing outside the Pavilion, I heard the president ask Haji if he was holding my son. Haji confirmed it, and the president instructed him to release Leslie immediately,” Muturi said.
Haji reportedly assured the president that Leslie would be released within an hour.
Head of Creative Economy and Special Projects Dennis Itumbi has also weighed in on the matter defending NIS saying it is easier to hate and criticise NIS, especially when the real target of the criticism is the government or the president.
“NIS is always an easy target—silent, vigilant and without a voice of their own,” he stated.
