Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made serious allegations about a covert unit orchestrating the recent abductions in Kenya. During a press address on Friday, Gachagua claimed that this unit operates from a building in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) and is led by an individual known only as “Abel.” He further revealed that Abel is related to a senior government official, suggesting a deep connection to the country’s leadership.
Gachagua described the secretive nature of this unit, which, according to him, is not under the command of the Inspector General (IG) of Police. He pointed to the 21st floor of a city center building as the headquarters of this unit. In his address, Gachagua threatened to expose both the building’s identity and the names of the officials behind the unit unless it is dismantled. His remarks highlighted the gravity of the allegations, adding that if the unit remains operational, the public will soon know the full details about those involved.
The former Deputy President also condemned his former boss, President William Ruto, for remaining silent on the ongoing abductions. He drew attention to the disturbing trend of abduction victims, many of whom have been outspoken critics of Ruto’s administration. Gachagua warned that the government’s use of abductions to silence dissent would only fuel greater public anger, urging the administration to address the root causes of discontent among the Kenyan people.
The allegations come amid growing concerns over the increasing number of abductions in the country, with at least 82 cases recorded since June. Among the recent victims are six youths, including cartoonist Gideon Kibet, who were abducted in December after making critical social media posts aimed at President Ruto. This disturbing trend has raised questions about the authorities’ role, with many wondering who is behind these actions and why they seem to target young, vocal critics.
The Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, swiftly dismissed the allegations, stating that the National Police Service (NPS) is not involved in the abductions. He urged the public to avoid spreading false or malicious information that could harm the reputation of the police force. Similarly, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) denied any involvement in the abduction of Kibet.
However, Gachagua’s revelations continue to spark public debate, with many questioning the administration’s approach to handling dissent and the growing fears surrounding human rights in Kenya. The situation remains tense as calls for transparency and accountability intensify.
