Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has issued a stern statement against President William Ruto’s government following the abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich.
Nyoro forcefully condemned the forced disappearance of the senior journalist, describing the incident as “crude, diabolical, and heinous,” while calling for an immediate end to state-sponsored intimidation of the press and political critics.
Speaking in response to the abduction along the Gilgil–Nakuru Road, the Kiharu lawmaker warned that Kenya risks descending into dangerous authoritarian levels if human rights violations and arbitrary detentions continue unpunished.
“We cannot allow our country to descend to these kinds of depths. Standard Group’s Alex Kiprotich abduction must be condemned strongly. Journalism must be allowed to thrive unhindered, and the state must stop these kinds of intimidations. We demand justice for Alex Kiprotich. Justice NOW,”
The lawmaker’s sharp rebuke adds to his growing rift with President Ruto’s administration, following recent public clashes where Nyoro accused the government of straying from its election manifesto, harassing opposition leaders, and failing to protect constitutional freedoms.
Nyoro’s statements align with a broader wave of condemnation from lawmakers, civil society, and press freedom defenders. Other leaders, including Bumula MP Jack Wamboka and Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka, also criticized the administration, urging President Ruto to uphold constitutional guarantees regarding personal liberty and freedom of expression.
Kiprotich was safely recovered hours later near Masinga Dam after an intense search. However, key questions remain regarding who orchestrated the operation and whether the state will thoroughly investigate the officers or entities involved.
