Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has expressed concern over what he says is a growing trend of arrests and prosecutions aimed at critics of the government, warning that the approach risks weakening constitutional safeguards and the rule of law.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Kalonzo pointed to the arrest of Anthony Kibagendi as an example of what he described as selective enforcement of the law.
He said individuals were being moved across the country before being charged, often far from the places where the alleged offences were said to have taken place.
“Transporting citizens and political opponents across the country and charging them at police stations far from where their alleged crimes were committed is not justice,” Kalonzo said, terming the practice “persecution by geography.”
The former Vice President said such actions raised serious questions about due process and fairness within the justice system, particularly when those affected were government critics. He warned that the continued use of arrests in this manner could create fear and erode public trust in state institutions.
Kalonzo also stressed that freedom of expression is firmly protected under the Constitution and should not be treated as something that depends on state approval.
“Expression of opinion is not a constitutional favour. It is a right guaranteed by the Constitution,” he said.
He called on the government to demonstrate accountability and openness, and to act within the limits of the law at all times. According to Kalonzo, respect for the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, is not optional and must guide all state actions.
“The Constitution is the supreme law of this land, and no amount of intimidation will silence the people’s voice,” he said.
Kalonzo further noted that public frustration was steadily rising and urged President William Ruto to honour the oath of office by protecting constitutional freedoms and civil liberties.
“Enough is enough,” Kalonzo added.
By the time of publication, the government had not issued a response to the concerns raised by the Wiper Party leader.
