NAIROBI, Kenya – The High Court has rejected an attempt by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and DCI Director Mohamed Amin to quash orders compelling their appearance in court over the alleged abduction and disappearance of three men in Mlolongo last year.
Justice Chacha Mwita ruled that the orders, issued in January, are essential to upholding the Constitution and protecting the fundamental rights of the missing individuals.
“Securing the lives of the three missing men remains a priority for this court. It will not be in the public interest to allow the application by the IG and DCI,” said Justice Mwita in his decision.
The orders, initially issued on January 8 and enforced on January 13, require Kanja and Amin to produce the missing men in court and appear personally to address the matter.
UPDATE: High Court orders Police IG Douglas Kanja and DCI boss Mohamed Amin to appear on January 30 to explain the whereabouts of Mlolongo three abductees.
The two police chiefs had sought to have the orders set aside, arguing they were not properly served and were denied the chance to respond.
They claimed the orders had been issued without their knowledge, stating they were “condemned unheard.”
However, Justice Mwita dismissed their application, stating that the email address used to serve the orders was confirmed to belong to the IG and DCI.
“I am therefore persuaded that they were served with the application and orders issued,” the judge concluded.
The case has drawn significant public interest as concerns grow over alleged police involvement in enforced disappearances.
The court’s ruling reinforces the judiciary’s stance on accountability in matters of human rights.
Kanja and Amin are now required to comply with the orders and will appear before the court as the case continues.
