Former Nairobi Town Clerk and governance expert Philip Kisia has called for Ndiangui Kinyagia to be given time to recover before sharing his side of the story, cautioning Kenyans against believing the narrative presented by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
Speaking on a popular podcast aired on the night of Saturday, July 6, 2025, Kisia warned that the public should not rush to accept the DCI’s version of events, noting that Ndiangui has not yet spoken publicly.
He pointed out that Ndiangui appeared visibly exhausted and worn out and was shaved in a style that is not typical of him, suggesting signs of torture rather than someone who had simply gone into hiding.
Kisia emphasised the need for Ndiangui to be given adequate time and proper care to fully recover before he can narrate his experience without any pressure or coercion from the DCI. He further stated that once Ndiangui has regained his strength, he should be allowed to speak freely, be legally represented, and present his case in court.
According to Kisia, this concern stems from past cases where abductees have reportedly undergone various forms of torture—both physical and psychological—while in detention, with some even being found dead.
“This boy, if you look at him carefully, the young man looks terrified and confused. I want him to be given time. I hope that the young man will be taken good care of during this time, and I am hoping that the DCI will not harass him. We want this boy to tell us his story and have lawyers to represent him in court,” Kisia said.
“There is a young man, a Gen Z, who is looking horrified. He has yet to tell us his story because the ones who have been found abducted—most of them are now dead,” he added.
Ndiaungui Kinyaga
This comes after Ndiangui Kinyagia, a 35-year-old Kenyan tech entrepreneur and activist, went missing on June 21, 2025, following a raid by suspected DCI officers at his home in Kinoo, allegedly linked to a viral protest post. The Law Society of Kenya filed a habeas corpus petition, suspecting an enforced disappearance.
On July 3, Kinyagia reappeared at the Milimani Law Courts, stating that he had been in hiding due to fear for his life. The court barred his arrest until July 18 to allow him time to receive medical attention.
