Gabriel Oguda recently emerged from a harrowing abduction ordeal, which he confirmed in a video message to the public. The Kenyan social commentator expressed relief at his unconditional release without any charges. He reassured his followers about his safety and extended gratitude to everyone who supported him during this challenging time.
Oguda acknowledged the efforts of several individuals who played crucial roles in securing his freedom. He specifically thanked Hon Opiyo Wandaye and Hon Edwin Sifuna for their interventions. Additionally, he expressed deep appreciation to Faith Odhiambo, the President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), for her support.
Reflecting on his experience, Oguda admitted to being shaken by the events, emphasizing the uncertainty he faced during his two days in captivity. Despite this, he remained grateful for the outpouring of support from his Twitter followers, promising to continue living up to their expectations.
Oguda assured Kenyans, both locally and in the diaspora, of his safety and thanked everyone who stood by him throughout the ordeal. His release adds to a concerning trend of other online personalities in Kenya, such as activist Shad Khalif and tech expert John Frank Githiaka, who have also faced similar incidents recently.
