Hundreds of students from the University of Nairobi took to the streets today, demanding the release of Honourable Raphael #Tuju, who reportedly went missing under circumstances widely believed to be a state-planned abduction.
The demonstrations, which saw students flooding major roads in Nairobi, were marked by chants calling for justice and accountability. #Protesters accused the government of overreach and warned against the suppression of political figures and dissent.
Lawyer Nelson Havi commented on the protests, writing:
“University of Nairobi students have poured into the roads and streets of Nairobi to protest the disappearance of Honourable Raphael Tuju. This is a sign that the people of Kenya have reached their tare limit with the retrogressive regime in power.”
Observers note that the protests reflect growing frustration among young Kenyans and university communities over political repression and enforced disappearances. Social media platforms were flooded with images and videos of the marches, with hashtags demanding Tuju’s safe return trending nationwide.
While government officials have remained largely silent on the matter, civil society organizations and opposition leaders have called for urgent investigations into Tuju’s disappearance and a reaffirmation of citizens’ rights to safety and political expression.
The unfolding events underscore rising tensions in the capital, highlighting the willingness of Kenya’s youth to mobilize against perceived injustices. As the day progresses, all eyes remain on the authorities and their response to the mounting pressure from students and the public.