ODM demands end to abductions in Kenya after Standard editor ordeal
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has condemned the abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich, calling for an end to nighttime abductions and demanding that authorities uphold constitutional protections for press freedom and due process. In a statement issued on Tuesday, September 2, 2026, the Oburu Oginga-led party described the incident as an attack […]
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has condemned the abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich, demanding an end to nighttime abductions and protection of press freedom in Kenya. The party stated that the incident violated Article 34 of the Constitution, which safeguards media freedom in the nation. ODM called for Kiprotich's immediate release and a court appearance if he committed any crime.
The Standard Group reported that armed men intercepted Kiprotich's vehicle on the Nairobi-Nakuru highway, leading to a nine-hour search before his safe recovery. The media house demanded a thorough investigation, noting that Kiprotich was targeted twice in less than three months. ODM warned that such nighttime abductions erode public trust in the rule of law, emphasizing the importance of protecting constitutional freedoms for Kenya's democratic progress.
This statement follows calls from the Kenya Human Rights Commission, the KANU party, and the Committee to Protect Journalists for accountability regarding Kiprotich's ordeal.
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