Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on the international community to pile pressure on President William Ruto's administration.
In a press statement dated Friday, December 27, Gachagua opined that pressure would be the best solution to make the current administration accountable for the violation of human rights.
In particular, he referenced the recent abductions which he stated were meant to silence Kenyans.
"In the face of government complicity and the blatant violation of fundamental human rights, the voices of Kenya's citizens are being silenced. We ask you to take a firm stand against these atrocities," read the statement in part.
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"Pressure must be brought to bear on this administration to respect its constitutional obligations, protect its people, and end this reign of terror. Silence from the global community will only embolden those who perpetrate these crimes."
On the other hand, the former DP called on the administration to address the underlying causes of public dissatisfaction rather than resorting to abducting and killing young people.
"Let me emphasize that killing our children would not quell the anger of the Kenyan people. People are very angry with this administration. Abducting young people is not a solution, you must address the cause of the disquiet; why are people aggrieved with this administration," he said.
Gachagua's remarks come amid a surge in reported cases of abductions and disappearances, many of which have sparked widespread outrage among Kenyans.
Several leaders including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino have condemned the widespread cases of abductions in the country, further calling for the resignation of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja.
In a statement on Thursday, December 26, the MP asserted that the claims by the police IG that the service was not involved in the abductions were deceitful.
"The claim that the National Police Service is not involved in the abductions of Kenyan citizens is as hollow as it is deceitful. The experiences of victims, eyewitnesses, and grieving families paint a grim reality that is impossible to ignore. The IG’s attempt to absolve the police of responsibility without substantive evidence or transparency demonstrates contempt for the very people he swore to protect.
"I categorically state that the Inspector General has failed in his constitutional duty to uphold law and order with integrity. His tenure has been characterized by impunity and a blatant disregard for the sanctity of human life. I therefore demand his immediate resignation to pave the way for credible investigations and the restoration of public trust in the National Police Service," Owino said.
Other leaders who have called out Kanja over the rising cases of abductions include former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga and KANU Chairman Gideon Moi.
