'A criminal act of the State,' Orengo says of Lichuma torture claims
Siaya Governor James Orengo has accused the government of indifference towards Kenyans, citing reported abductions and disappearances that followed last week's commemorations of the Gen Z protests...
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Siaya Governor James Orengo has strongly condemned alleged abductions and torture of activists, calling the case of Davis Lichuma a "criminal act of the State."
- Activist Davis Lichuma was found in critical condition, showing signs of torture, after disappearing during the June 25 commemorations of the 2024 Gen Z protests.
- Governor Orengo criticized President William Ruto's past directive to police to shoot protesters, stating the President has not withdrawn or regretted the order.
- The governor argued that justice and accountability are paramount before compensation for victims of protests, noting only a few cases are in court despite over 60 deaths.
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