The National Police Service (NPS) has directed blogger Ndiangu’i Kinyagia to present himself at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters to record a statement, days after his mysterious disappearance and reappearance stirred public concern and legal battles.
Ndiangu’i had been missing since June 21, prompting his family to file a suit against the State and the DCI over what they described as an abduction. The case attracted widespread public attention, with many accusing police of unlawful detention.
However, in a surprising turn, Ndiangu’i resurfaced on Thursday and appeared before Justice Chacha Mwita, where his lawyer Kibe Mungai informed the court that he had contacted his family earlier in the week to confirm he was safe.
Despite his reappearance, the police maintained that Ndiangu’i was never in their custody. In a statement, the NPS dismissed the abduction claims, terming them false and harmful to public trust in law enforcement.
“Ndiangu’i Kinyagia had been reported missing, and information circulating in both social and mainstream media accused the Police Service of allegedly abducting him,” read part of the statement. “Nonetheless, he remains a person of interest and is urged to present himself to DCI Headquarters.”
The NPS also raised concerns about a growing trend of individuals allegedly staging abductions to mislead the public and discredit security agencies. They warned that such acts are criminal and punishable under Kenyan law.
Justice Mwita, meanwhile, ruled that Ndiangu’i should not be arrested or detained, given his current status as a petitioner in the ongoing case. He directed that Ndiangu’i may only be escorted to the DCI by his family for questioning if necessary.
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah welcomed Ndiangu’i’s return, stating that the DCI had been vindicated. He emphasized that DCI boss Mohamed Amin had consistently denied holding Ndiangu’i, despite public skepticism.
The court is expected to hear the matter further on July 18. The incident has reignited debate on police accountability, public perception, and the responsible use of media in high-stakes legal and political matters.
