In a strongly worded statement, Member of Parliament Hon. Dr. Babu Owino has called for President William Ruto to take responsibility for the recent surge in abductions across the country. Owino criticized the government for its apparent inaction, questioning how the head of state could claim ignorance of the perpetrators when the state has the resources and infrastructure to address such crimes.
The MP pointed to the government's capacity for conducting large-scale data collection, such as the Social Health Assistance (SHA) program, which gathers personal information from millions of Kenyans, yet no similar efforts have been made to locate the missing youth.
“This Government has the capacity to unravel the truth. If they can gather data on 50 million Kenyans for a social program, why can’t they use similar resources to find our missing youth?” Owino asked.
The statement also challenged the President's moral and constitutional authority, suggesting that his failure to act on the abductions amounts to a dereliction of duty. "If the President cannot identify those responsible for these heinous acts, then he has lost the right to lead," Owino said.
The MP's remarks reflect growing public concern over the rise in abductions and disappearances, with many questioning the government's commitment to protecting its citizens. Owino concluded his statement by demanding immediate action, accountability, and a thorough investigation into the abductions.
“Kenyans deserve a government that prioritizes their safety, not one that hides behind a curtain of inaction,” he added.
The government has yet to respond to the allegations.