During a Twitter Space attended by over 120,000 Kenyans, President William Ruto addressed the nation after Twitter influencer Osama Tero recounted a harrowing experience of being kidnapped by police.
The discussion, initially focused on national issues, took a dramatic turn when Tero detailed his abduction, allegedly due to accusations of funding demonstrations.
Tero's emotional narration gripped the audience as he described the moment he was forcibly taken by law enforcement officers. He claimed that he was targeted for his vocal stance on social media and his alleged involvement in financing protests. The shocking revelation sparked an outpouring of support and outrage from listeners.
President Ruto, visibly moved by Tero’s account, immediately intervened, requesting Tero to privately send him all pertinent details of the incident. "Osama, please send me everything you have on this matter directly and discreetly," Ruto urged, emphasizing the importance of confidentiality in such sensitive matters.
Ruto assured the public that the issue would be thoroughly investigated and promised that justice would prevail. His swift response aimed to reassure citizens of his administration's commitment to addressing abuses of power and protecting freedom of expression.
This incident underscores the growing influence of social media in Kenyan politics and highlights the government's responsiveness to public concerns aired on these platforms.