Kenyan Politics and State Violence: A Chilling Pattern of Power

When the State Becomes the Goon: A Chilling Pattern in Kenyan Politics

Is Kenya becoming a paradise for political goons?

As I talk to people on the ground across this country, one topic dominates every conversation: the blatant rise of "goonism" in our political landscape. It’s a disturbing trend, but as I’ve discovered, what’s happening on the surface is only the tip of an iceberg that is ten times more dangerous.

The reality we must face—and it is clearer than day—is that this isn't just about random thugs. We are seeing a calculated, one-sided involvement that points directly toward the machinery of the government itself.

The Unmarked Vehicles and "Cop Shop" Cleansing

Evidence of this shift is mounting. Recently, in the Ol Kalou constituency, we saw goons operating out of unmarked vehicles with registration plates either removed or obscured. No ordinary criminal would dream of this; they usually hide behind fake plates. Removing them entirely is a bold statement of impunity.

Even more disturbing is the report of "cleansing" police stations. In Ol Kalou, we saw an entire station’s staff transferred and replaced with brand-new officers overnight. This is not normal procedure. Usually, transfers are staggered to maintain stability at the cop shop and community relationships.

When you bring in strangers who have no ties to the locals, you remove the "human element." These new officers won't hesitate to follow drastic orders because they don't know the people they are policing. Furthermore, it makes identification nearly impossible. An eyewitness can't say, "I saw Officer so-and-so"; they can only give a generic description of a "tall, dark man in a uniform."

The Maraga Warning: Will There Be a 2027?

This environment of state-sponsored intimidation brings to mind the chilling words of former Chief Justice David Maraga. He warned that if this "goonism" isn't dealt with decisively, we may not even have an election in 2027.

His logic was profound: It won’t be because the IEBC isn’t ready or because Kenyans don't want to vote. It will be because it has become impossible to hold a fair contest.

Think of it like two boxers preparing for a fight. If one boxer is injured or disadvantaged, their best strategy is to postpone the match. A postponement—or a total disruption—is the only way they can regain a fighting chance. Is this the ultimate motive behind the current crisis? Is this the endgame motive the Ruto regime has in mind?

Echoes of 1991: A Pattern of Instability

I’ve seen this pattern before. Back in 1991, while I was playing rugby in Nakuru, I bumped into an old schoolmate who had become a chopper pilot for a security department. Through a series of careful conversations, his body language confirmed a terrifying reality: the government of the day was actively involved in instigating clashes in the Rift Valley, even using choppers to drop weapons to people on the ground.

What started as small-scale state-sponsored disruption in the early '90s eventually spiraled into the tragedies of 1997 and the horrific post-election violence of 2007.

The pattern we are seeing today is identical.

A Different Kenya, A Growing Danger

The one saving grace today is that Kenyans are smarter and more united than they were in the '90s. Tribalism is at an all-time low. However, that may not be enough when you have two clear sides: a long-suffering public on one hand, and a regime determined to use goons as a matter of policy on the other.

International bodies like Amnesty International are already sounding the alarm. The information is out there in plenty for those willing to see it.

We are looking at a story that none of us want to hear, and a future we don't want to imagine. As we navigate these turbulent waters, we must remember that every action has consequences. Our prayer remains for mercy upon our nation and for a leadership that values the lives of its citizens over political survival.

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Is Ruto’s 2027 Strategy Leading to Total Chaos?

Why Ruto’s 2027 Strategy is Already Failing

For anyone following Kenyan news and politics—even casually—one reality has become impossible to ignore: Kenya is in a very difficult position. The trajectory the country has been set upon by its current leadership, specifically under the administration of President William Ruto, is not just headed in the wrong direction; it is moving towards a dark and very dangerous place.

On the Kumekucha blog today, we are diving deep into the evidence of this shift. By the end of this analysis, it will be clear that the current path of governance is creating a cycle of unrest, fear, and economic instability that threatens the very fabric of our nation.

The Spark in the Forest: Protests and Abductions

As this analysis was being compiled, Outer Ring Road in Nairobi was a "no-go zone." Intense protests erupted as police attempted to disperse angry citizens with tear gas. What was the catalyst? The abduction of Abdul Aziz Mohammed, popularly known as "Zizo."

Zizo was taken on June 23rd, just days before the major June 25th protests. His disappearance is not an isolated incident. It follows a pattern that includes the abduction of other young Gen Zs, like Davis Lichuma from Mathare. While Lichuma was eventually released—though not in good condition—Zizo remains missing.

The public outcry over these disappearances is not just about individuals; it’s about a fundamental breach of human rights. Everyone knows who is behind these "abduction units"—it is the government. In a viral video, Zizo’s mother appealed directly to President Ruto to release her son. When families and communities feel they have no other option but to protest to save the lives of their loved ones, you have a recipe for sustained, countrywide unrest.

Think of a forest fire. It starts with a single, small spark. It doesn’t matter how vast the forest is; that one spark can burn everything to the ground. This regime is currently lighting those sparks across Kenya.

The "Find the Head and Crush It" Strategy

Why is this happening? If we look at the strategy for a second term for Ruto, the pattern becomes clear. The administration seems to have adopted failed colonial-era tactics. The goal is simple: find the "head" of any threat, opposition or movement and deal with it—preferably by crushing it.

The strategy involves:

1. Silencing Critics: Targeting prominent bloggers and journalists.
2. Instilling Fear: Using abductions to discourage Gen Z and other activists from organizing.
3. Forced Acceptance: Creating a climate of total silence so a second term can be forced upon the people, regardless of performance.

The youths being abducted are not random; they are critical leaders or influential activists within the movement protesting against the regime. Using sophisticated tracking equipment, the rogue abduction unit, controlled from State House, Nairobi, is hunting those who speak out. However, history shows that this "backlash" is destined to create a much larger problem than the one they are trying to solve.

The War on the Media

The strategy doesn't stop with activists. Information has emerged, notably shared by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, that journalists are being actively tracked. A KTN journalist, who produced a factual report on the unfulfilled promises of the Ruto administration, is reportedly being monitored 24/7.

The plan appears to be a systematic shutdown of prominent bloggers and journalists. But here is the flaw: even if you arrest 100 journalists, the media does not go silent. Instead, those who were previously quiet become louder. The backlash from the media and the youth will inevitably hit back, and unfortunately, the inevitable resulting instability affects every single Kenyan.

Economic Chaos and Policy Failures

While the government focuses on silencing dissent, Kenyans are grappling with severe financial hardships. The mismanagement of the economy is compounded by policy decisions that lack basic logic or planning.

Take, for example, the recent attempt to enforce annual inspections for all private vehicles older than four years. The NTSA recently temporarily suspended the enforcement of this law, but why was it proposed in the first place?

• Lack of Logistics: The implementation alone would take at least a year to organize properly.
• Revenue Grabbing: It was a desperate attempt to get quick money from motorists without any serious look at the consequences or even the very plan itself.
• Reality Check: The suspension wasn't a gesture of goodwill toward Kenyans; it was because the government realized the plan was physically impossible to execute as quickly as they thought it was possible to do.

This is not how you run a government. You cannot simply "do" things without thinking them through and then try to handle the fallout later. The long-suffering people of Kenya are the ones who pay the price for this trial-and-error governance.

The Truth Behind the Abduction Units

There is a deeper, darker history to these "abduction units." It did not start in 2022. This is a system with roots that go much deeper, and the details are truly shocking.

For those who want to understand the full scope of what we are facing, I have produced a Highly Sensitive Special Report that dives into the history and the "inside" information regarding these units. It is a detailed look at a system that is more than just "political"—it is evil. You can find the details on how to access this report on my Youtube channel in the description area of the video embedded on this article, above.

A Prayer for the Nation

We are at a crossroads. The direction this regime is taking us leads to a place of chaos, where no Kenyan can be comfortable. As we navigate these difficult times, we must remain informed and united.

May Almighty God have mercy on the nation called Kenya.

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Stay informed, stay safe, and let us continue to demand accountability from those who lead us. 

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