Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has strongly condemned the arrest of renowned human rights activist Boniface Mwangi, who was apprehended on Saturday from his home in Lukenya. In a public statement, Kalonzo criticized the government’s actions and pledged legal support for Mwangi through the opposition’s legal team.
“I also strongly condemn the arrest of civil rights activist Boniface Mwangi, a bold and fearless advocate for truth and justice. I have directed our legal team to do everything they can to ensure his release at the earliest time possible,” Kalonzo said.
The former Vice President further stated that such arrests reflect the current regime’s disregard for civil liberties. He declared his refusal to engage in any dialogue with the administration, citing what he termed as a “rogue and criminal regime” with “our children’s blood on its hands.”
Mwangi’s arrest has sparked widespread concern. His wife, Njeri Mwangi, confirmed that police officers seized his electronic devices and claimed they were investigating him over alleged acts of terrorism and arson. “They say they are investigating him over claims of terrorism and arson. We don’t know more about these claims, but we will know,” she said.
The arrest came just a day after Mwangi and Ugandan journalist and lawyer Agather Atuhaire filed a petition at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) against the governments of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, as well as the Secretary General of the East African Community.
Human rights defender and Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid raised alarm about Mwangi’s whereabouts, claiming that after following vehicles believed to be transporting him, they lost track. Upon arrival at the DCI headquarters on Kiambu Road, officers denied knowledge of his presence there.
“Comrades, Boniface Mwangi is now missing,” Khalid posted on social media. “His whereabouts are now unknown.”
As of the time of publishing, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) had not issued an official statement on the matter, fueling public concern over Mwangi’s safety and legal rights.
