Missing activist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia is alive and in good health, family says he had gone into hiding
During the call, he explained that he had gone into hiding out of fear for his life after learning that officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations were allegedly looking for him over unknown criminal allegations.
Ndiang'ui Kinyagia, who had been missing for several days, has made contact with his family and assured them that he is alive, well, and in good health. His sudden disappearance had sparked concern, but the family now says they have heard directly from him.
Kinyagia disappeared around June 21, 2025, shortly after posting controversial content online related to the June 25, 2025, protests.
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The police and DCI said they searched his residence in Kinoo but did not find him. They said they then seized several personal items, including laptops, mobile phones and passports.
According to a statement issued by family advocate Wahome Thuku on Thursday morning, Kinyagia reached out to a family member on Tuesday evening from an undisclosed location.
During the call, Thuku says he explained that he had gone into hiding out of fear for his life after learning that officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations were allegedly looking for him.
“Kinyagia indicated to the family member that he had hidden temporarily for fear of his life upon learning that DCI officers were looking for him over unknown criminal allegations,” the statement reads.
Thuku says Kinyagia has since expressed his readiness to present himself to the DCI and face any legal proceedings as long as his safety is assured.
“Kinyagia has indicated that he is ready and willing to present himself to the DCI and to be presented before any court of law when his safety and security are guaranteed,” Thuku said.
The family has advised him to appear before the High Court at Milimani Law Courts on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 11 am.
The statement also noted that this information has already been passed to the Law Society of Kenya, which is expected to review the matter and present it in court.
Additionally, the family reminded the public that DCI officers broke into Kinyagia’s house in his absence and took several items. The incident was reported at Kinoo Police Station.
In the statement, the family expressed gratitude to Kenyans for their support during what they described as a difficult period.
“The family of Kinyagia wishes to thank all Kenyans, both in Kenya and abroad, for the support you have accorded them throughout this trying moment.”
“It’s our hope and prayer that justice will prevail in this matter,” the statement added.
The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, is expected to appear in court this Thursday to explain Kinyagia’s whereabouts.
This is following orders by High Court Judge Chacha Mwita, who noted that the directions to produce the activist alive or dead had not been complied with.
Mohamed Amin is set to appear in court at 11 am.
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