Kiambu, Kenya – Shock and outrage have erupted after Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi was allegedly abducted for the second time in days, this time right outside a church in Mugutha. According to Kiambu County’s Second Senator, Karungo wa Thang’wa, armed men in a Subaru vehicle forcefully seized the MP moments after he attended a service at Full Gospel Church.
The incident, which witnesses describe as chaotic, has raised serious concerns over the rule of law and the safety of elected leaders. Koimburi’s wife, Mama Shiru, was reportedly injured after resisting the arrest, demanding to be taken with her husband.
Dramatic Abduction Outside Church
Eyewitnesses say the MP had just finished worshiping when unidentified men—allegedly from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)—ambushed him outside the church.
“They grabbed him in broad daylight. The worshippers screamed, but the officers didn’t listen. His wife tried to stop them, but she was forcefully removed from the Subaru and left injured,” Senator Karungo stated in a fiery social media post.
This marks the second time in days that Koimburi has faced such an ordeal. Days earlier, he narrowly escaped an alleged abduction attempt by men in a Subaru after issuing bursary cheques at Gachororo Primary School in Juja.
A Pattern of Harassment?
The repeated targeting of the MP has sparked accusations of political persecution. Supporters and fellow lawmakers are now questioning the motives behind these arrests.
“Why is the DCI so keen on arresting him? If he has committed a crime, let them follow due process. Abducting an MP after church is unacceptable,” a local politician remarked.
Koimburi, a first-term MP, has been a vocal figure in local politics. Some speculate that his recent activities may have angered powerful figures, leading to what his allies call “state-sponsored harassment.”
Wife Injured in Struggle
The most distressing aspect of the incident is the reported injury to Koimburi’s wife, Mama Shiru. Witnesses say she insisted on being arrested alongside her husband but was violently ejected from the vehicle.
“She was screaming, demanding to go with him. They pushed her out, and she fell. It was heartbreaking,” a church member recounted.
Her condition remains unclear, but the incident has further fueled public anger, with many Kenyans taking to social media to condemn the alleged brutality.
Where is MP George Koimburi?
As of now, Koimburi’s whereabouts remain unknown. The DCI has yet to issue an official statement confirming his arrest or the reasons behind it.
Senator Karungo has vowed to push for answers, demanding immediate clarification from security agencies.
“If he is under arrest, let them produce him in court. But this habit of abducting people in unmarked cars must stop. We are not in a banana republic!” he declared.
Public Outcry and Calls for Justice
The alleged abduction has triggered widespread condemnation, with Kenyans expressing fears over rising impunity.
“If an MP can be grabbed like this, what about ordinary citizens?” one Twitter user questioned.
Human rights groups are now calling for an independent investigation, while opposition leaders have accused the government of using security agencies to intimidate political opponents.
What Next?
With pressure mounting, authorities will likely be forced to address the matter publicly. Until then, the mystery surrounding Koimburi’s disappearance deepens, leaving his family, supporters, and the nation demanding answers.
One thing is clear: If the allegations are true, Kenya’s democracy is facing a severe test. The brazen nature of this incident—occurring in broad daylight, outside a place of worship—has left many wondering: What kind of country are we becoming?
