The United Kingdom has called for swift investigations into the recent alleged abductions after five abductees were found alive.
In a statement, British High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan said a probe into the incidences is key in demonstrating the country’s commitment to fundamental rights.
“We welcome the release of five Kenyans on January 6, following their disappearance,” Wigan said.
“Swift and transparent investigations into reported abductions will demonstrate Kenya’s commitment to fundamental rights, as it takes up its seat on the UN Human Rights Council.”
Five of the six individuals who had been reportedly abducted in December 2024 were found alive. They included Ronny Kiplangat, Peter Muteti, Bernard Kavuli, Gideon Kibet alias Kibet Bull and Billy Mwangi.
The sixth, Steve Mbisi Kavingo of Mlolongo is still in the hands of the unknown abductors.
Still in Mlolongo, three more men are still missing, more than 20 days since they were allegedly abducted on December 16 and 17, 2024.
The families of Martin Nyuko Mwau, Kalabi Mwema and Justus Mutumwa are still waiting for the security authorities to find them.
They have since reported the incidents to Mlolongo Police Station and the DCI headquarters in Athi River.
Despite the reports, police claim they have no information on the men’s whereabouts and are investigating the incidents.
On Wednesday, the Milimani High Court issued fresh orders summoning Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin, to court over the cases.
Justice Bahati Mwamuye warned that if the two do not appear in court on January 27, they will face conviction on contempt of court and subsequent sentencing.
Kanja and Amin had been summoned by Mwamuye to appear in court on Wednesday but they failed to appear.
Their lawyer Paul Nyamodi told court that the two security chiefs were ready to attend court but a serious security matter arose requiring their attention.
A different court ordered Kanja and Amin to unconditionally release the Mlolongo four.
“A conservatory order is hereby issued, directing the Inspector General of Police and the Director of Criminal Investigations, in their official and personal capacities, to immediately and unconditionally release Mutumwa, Mwau, Muema, and Kavingo,” Justice Chacha Mwita ordered.
In the case that they do not comply, the judge instructed that a writ of habeas corpus be issued, compelling Kanja and Amin to personally produce the individuals before the court.
