Lawyer and activist Morara Kebaso has accused state authorities of harassment and intimidation.
In a statement on Thursday, January 16, Kebaso detailed a series of events he alleges amount to persecution for his political stance and activism.
He highlighted the detention of his vehicle at Central Police Station, investigations into his businesses by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and a defamation lawsuit filed at the Eldoret High Court by Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi.
"In the last few weeks, I have been hounded and tormented by the state. The INJECT vehicle continues to be held at Central Police Station without any booking, complaint, or legal processing by the police. I have been investigated for doing legal business and earning a living. My freedom of expression is now being pursued at Eldoret Law Courts by an agent of the President," he wrote in part.
In addition to legal challenges, Kebaso also revealed that he is under constant surveillance, further describing the toll the situation has taken on his personal life.
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“I am followed, monitored, and surveilled by unknown people. I have lost my joy, my appetite, and friends who fear being pursued by the state,” he added.
Despite these challenges, Kebaso noted that he will remain strong and committed to his principles and values.
"I continue to stand strong for my values—the values and principles of honesty, integrity, and humility. Through resilience and consistency, I hope to inspire young people to step up for leadership without fear. I believe it will change," he concluded.
This comes barely a week after Kebaso has addressed recent reports that the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is investigating him over Ksh 27 million in unpaid taxes.
In his statement on Thursday, January 9, he expressed dismay over the public nature of the investigation, also affirming his commitment to fulfilling his tax obligations.
"Tax matters are private and confidential. I don’t know why mine is being investigated in the media. I have always been ready and willing to lawfully pay all taxes," he wrote on X.
Kebaso termed the move as a political witch hunt, alleging that state agencies were being used to suppress dissenting voices.
"State agencies should not be weaponized to silence voices of truth and accountability. This is a clear attempt to push me to my knees so that I agree to collaborate with corrupt leaders in the mismanagement of our country.
"Kenyans are very wise; they can differentiate a genuine tax investigation and a political witch hunt. I will continue to speak truth to power without fear," he concluded.
