NAIROBI, Kenya – Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has promised to honour court summons concerning the mysterious disappearance of three men, now known as the ‘Mlolongo Three.’
The men were abducted by suspected government agents in December, an incident that has stirred a national outcry.
The three individuals—Justus Mutumwa, Martin Mwau, and Karani Muema—alongside Stephen Mbisi Kavingu, were reportedly abducted in Mlolongo, Machakos County, between December 16 and 17, 2024.
Their whereabouts remain unknown nearly five weeks later, despite police denials of involvement.
Speaking in Diani, Kwale County, Kanja assured the public of his compliance with the court’s directives.
“Hakuna shida yoyote na wakati huo wa kufika kortini, mimi nitafika binafsi na tutakuwa na nyinyi pale na nitasema hiyo maneno vile nimesema hapa,” he said, refraining from specifying the exact date of his appearance.
ABDUCTIONS: IG Kanja, who has failed to honour court summons thrice, says he will present himself to judge once he is ready; adds probe into missing-person cases at advanced stages.
Kanja further emphasized that the National Police Service (NPS) is actively investigating all reported cases of abductions, pledging that those responsible will face justice.
“Investigations ziko at advanced levels in all reported cases of missing persons. Mimi mwenyewe nimepeana maagizo ya kwamba those investigations nataka zifanywe na zifanywe vizuri na ziweze kumalizika,” he stated.
Addressing the broader issue of abductions, Kanja assured that any criminal found culpable will be prosecuted.
“Jambazi yeyote ambaye anahusika na hiyo mambo akamatwe na apelekwe kortini, ashugulikiwe kwa mujibu wa sheria. Hapo ndio sisi tuko na wakati tutafika wale tutakuwa tumeshika tutawajulisha,” he added.
To enhance efficiency and transparency, the IG revealed plans to digitize police services, including the implementation of a digital occurrence book (OB).
This move, according to Kanja, aims to curb corruption and improve service delivery by enabling Kenyans to report cases via smartphones.
