The Deepening Crisis of Abductions in Kenya: A Call for Accountability

 Throughout the presidency of William Ruto, a disturbing trend has emerged — the increasing number of abductions and disappearances, often linked to state security forces. This issue, which some refer to as the "Subaru Boys" phenomenon, remains deeply entrenched, and it's more complex than most realize. While many blame the police, the truth is that the problem runs much deeper and involves far more than the local law enforcement agencies. It's a matter that, whether the government acknowledges it or not, will eventually have serious consequences. These are not just political issues; there are significant spiritual and moral implications that will unfold over time.

The issue has become so prevalent that people often ignore the details. A new abduction story or a report of enforced disappearances may come and go without much attention, yet each one highlights a growing crisis. Just last week, President Ruto publicly stated his stance on the matter, assuring the nation that under his leadership, Kenyans would not suffer abductions. In his words, "Under my administration, I do not want a situation where Kenyans disappear." He promised that the brutal acts of the past, where more than 20 bodies were found in River Yala, would not happen again under his watch. However, these statements remain hollow and unfulfilled, as the reality of abductions continues unabated.

Families of the missing have taken their cases to court, demanding answers, and some have even provided evidence showing that their loved ones were taken by state security personnel. In response, the judiciary has issued several court orders, requiring the police to explain the whereabouts of these individuals. However, the acting Inspector General of Police, B. Gilbert Meli, has ignored six of these court orders. In one instance, when he was expected in court, he was conveniently "attending a workshop" in Mombasa. His refusal to comply with legal orders has only fueled suspicions about the involvement of powerful forces behind these disappearances.

In another bizarre turn of events, a Nairobi court recently refused to issue a warrant for the arrest of David Mashiri Kimani, the equity bank manager whose credentials were used in a 1.5 billion-shilling fraud scheme. The court noted that it could not issue an arrest warrant for someone who had already been abducted by the state. This situation only deepens the mystery surrounding the actions of those responsible for these abductions, leaving many to question whether there is an attempt to cover up the truth.

While these events unfold, the mental anguish faced by the families of the missing cannot be ignored. The public statements made by the president, denying state involvement in these crimes, only add to their pain. Many of those who have been abducted by state forces have been found dead, often in gruesome conditions. The suffering of these families is compounded by the government's refusal to take responsibility.

The fear surrounding the Inspector General of Police's refusal to obey court orders points to a much larger issue. It seems clear that the security forces responsible for these abductions are not under the control of the police chief but report to higher powers, potentially even within the state house. This is reminiscent of the brutal tactics used by the State Research Bureau during Idi Amin's regime in Uganda, where a special unit carried out political abductions and crimes without accountability.

In Kenya today, these “Subaru Boys” seem to play a similar role, acting with impunity and beyond the reach of law enforcement. This dangerous situation has echoes of Uganda’s past and raises the question: Will the Ruto administration survive this crisis, or will the continued abductions speed up its downfall?

The spiritual consequences of these actions should not be underestimated. History has shown that regimes that engage in the spilling of innocent blood inevitably face severe consequences, often leading to their collapse. From Idi Amin’s Uganda to Adolf Hitler’s Germany, leaders who chose violence over justice found their reigns ending swiftly and violently. As Kenya grapples with its own abduction crisis, one must wonder whether this path will lead to the same disastrous fate.

The question remains: Will the Ruto regime address the abductions, or will they continue to ignore the truth, potentially accelerating their own demise? Only time will tell.