Blogger and IT expert Ndiangui Kinyagia has informed the High Court that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has not yet returned items seized from his Kinoo apartment along Waiyaki Way on June 21, 2025.
Through a Certificate of Urgency filed at the Milimani Constitutional and Human Rights Division, Ndiangui sought a conservatory order compelling the DCI to release a Dell laptop, an HP laptop, an Infinix mobile phone, a Black Tecno phone, a Kenyan passport, an expired passport, and an international vaccination card. He emphasized that the seized items are critical tools for his work and livelihood.
Appearing before High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi, Ndiangui’s lawyer highlighted that the laptops contain important professional information, and their continued detention restricts his ability to earn a living. Moreover, holding his passport and vaccination card prevents him from traveling abroad for business purposes.
The lawyer argued that the seizure of these items amounts to an illegal restriction on Ndiangui’s professional and personal freedoms. He also requested the court to bar the DCI, Inspector General of Police, Directorate of Public Prosecution, Attorney General, or anyone acting under their authority from surveilling, intimidating, threatening, arresting, or otherwise interfering with Ndiangui’s security and liberty.
Ndiangui is additionally seeking a conservatory order to prevent the DPP from levying any charges against him based on a post on his compromised social media platform until the application is fully heard.
This court action follows a previous ruling on September 16, 2025, when Justice Chacha Mwita declined to issue an order barring the DCI from taking further steps against Ndiangui. At the time, the judge noted that Ndiangui had been cooperating with officers investigating the matter and may have provided statements as required.
Justice Mwita affirmed that police have no authority to frustrate or mistreat any citizen, emphasizing constitutional protections and the Police Service Act. However, he clarified that any threats against Ndiangui would be addressed if and when they occur, as the court does not act preemptively.
The High Court will revisit the matter on November 10, 2025, to fix a ruling date on Ndiangui’s application, which seeks the urgent return of his professional tools and travel documents
