Maina Njenga was detained at his father’s house in Kiserian, along with his brother and personal assistant. Former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga, a close associate of Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya coalition party leader Raila Odinga, and his brother Njoroge Njenga, as well as personal aide Ole Lekishe, were detained on Wednesday night.
A group of roughly 50 police officers arrested Maina Njenga’s father at his house in Kiserian. According to sources, Ndegwa Njiru, Maina Njenga’s lawyer, acknowledged the arrest but indicated that his client’s present whereabouts were unknown. The arrests are likely to be related to the country’s continuing anti-government rallies, since numerous other Azimio allies, including MP Babu Owino and MP Ken Chonga, have been imprisoned.
What Happened When Maina Njenga Was Arrested?
The arrests of Maina Njenga are considered to be related to Kenya’s recent anti-government demonstrations, which have been sparked by popular outrage over harsh levies placed on individuals under the Finance Act 2023. Some opposition politicians, like Martha Karua and Raila Odinga, have been outspoken in their opposition to the taxes and have joined rallies.
According to press sources, he was detained with his brother Njoroge Njenga and personal helper Ole Lekishe while visiting his father in Kiserian. Maina Njenga is a former Mungiki leader and close associate of Raila Odinga, the head of the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya coalition party.
Details on Maina Njenga’s Charges
The particular allegations against Maina Njenga have not been made public as of yet. His detention, however, is linked to Kenya’s recent anti-government demonstrations. The protests were spurred by popular outrage over severe taxes placed on residents under the Finance Act 2023, which has been linked to the “illegitimate Kenya Kwanza regime,” according to Martha Karua, a key opposition member.
Maina Njenga’s record as a former Mungiki leader may have also played a role in his detention since the Mungiki sect has a history of criminal activity and violence. It is important to note, however, that Maina Njenga’s specific position and participation in the present demonstrations have not been publicly acknowledged. The specific nature of the claims against Maina Njenga remains unknown until formal charges are filed or further evidence is made public.
Is Maina Njenga in Jail or Prison?
According to his lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru, Maina Njenga’s present whereabouts are unknown. It is unknown if he is being detained in jail or prison, and worries about his health and custody circumstances are growing. The circumstances surrounding Maina Njenga’s arrest raise concerns about due process and human rights compliance.
Stephen Njoroge, his father, has voiced worry over how the police handled the arrest. He said that police officers in unmarked automobiles forced their way into the family house in Kiserian, arresting not only Maina Njenga but also his siblings and personal assistant. Ndegwa Njiru, Maina Njenga’s lawyer, has taken matters into his own hands, setting up camp at the Wang’uru police station in Kirinyaga and saying that his client is being held there. However, the authorities have not formally validated this information.
