Alfred Keter Explains His ‘Abduction’ by Government And What Followed
Alfred Keter, a former member of parliament, has made shocking claims that government agents abducted him under the pretense of an arrest.
Keter expressed his gratitude to the senior counsel, former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, former Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, and his legal team for their support.
He also thanked the Kenyan public for their outcry and the viral video that he believes saved his life.
Keter recounted the events leading to his abduction, refuting President Ruto’s statement that he was arrested for failing to honor a summons.
“I was never summoned,” Keter stated, describing how he was taken by individuals in civilian clothes, using a private car with a fake number plate.
He emphasized the difficulty in distinguishing between criminals and DCI officers in such scenarios, calling for urgent reforms in the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) procedures.
Concerns Over Misuse of Power
Keter claimed that during the alleged abduction, they beat him and questioned him about his relationships with former President Uhuru Kenyatta and current Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
He also mentioned questions about arms from Congo, which he dismissed as baseless accusations meant to intimidate him into silence.
Keter attributed his abduction to his vocal opposition to the controversial finance bill and the high cost of living in Kenya.
He accused the government of lying to the public and failing to deliver on their promises. He criticized President Ruto for not showing empathy towards families who lost loved ones during recent protests, including the case of a child who was shot multiple times by the police.
Keter and other opposition leaders, such as Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, have pledged to resist intimidation tactics.
They called on the government to address the public’s concerns genuinely and transparently, rather than resorting to fear and violence.
Keter highlighted the president’s failure to apologize to families affected by police violence, urging the government to show compassion and take responsibility for its actions.
Keter assured that he would allow the legal process to proceed with the charges against him, emphasizing the importance of resisting intimidation into silence.
He called for the public and international community to scrutinize the government’s actions and hold them accountable for any human rights violations.
Public Sentiment and Future Actions
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from the public and human rights organizations. There is a growing demand for an independent investigation into the abduction and reforms within the security forces to prevent future occurrences.
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The opposition continues to rally support, emphasizing the need for a government that listens to and respects the will of its people.
Keter’s ordeal has become a focal point in the ongoing debate about governance, human rights, and the rule of law in Kenya. The public’s response to his abduction highlights the increasing tension between the government and its critics, with calls for justice and accountability growing louder.
Alfred Keter Explains His ‘Abduction’ by Government And What Followed